I’m considering to hire a lawyer for green card application. I applied green card under the NIW category before, however was rejected a year ago. I’m currently under H1b visa, my position will end in a month. I havn’t found another job yet. I attatched my CV here and would like to know if my case stands a chance. Thanks!
Updated answer (October 31, 2026). A prior EB-2 NIW denial does not automatically bar a new NIW petition. A new filing must independently demonstrate eligibility for EB-2 classification and satisfy the applicable national interest waiver framework, including the proposed endeavor’s substantial merit and national importance, the applicant’s positioning to advance it, and the balance favoring a waiver of job offer and labor certification requirements. The earlier denial and any findings should be carefully reviewed and accurately disclosed wherever a form or adjudication requires disclosure; do not assume every new I-140 contains a universal denial question. Material improvements in the endeavor description, objective evidence and documentation may be necessary. The pending end of H-1B employment is a separate status and work authorization issue that a new NIW petition does not itself resolve.