PERM Labor Certification
Employer-sponsored permanent residency through the PERM process
Overview
PERM is the required labor certification process for most employer-sponsored green cards. We manage the entire process from recruitment to certification. Every matter begins with a candid eligibility and risk review, followed by a written filing strategy tailored to your facts and timeline.
Our Process
- 1
Prevailing wage request
- 2
Recruitment campaign
- 3
ETA 9089 application preparation
- 4
PERM filing with DOL
- 5
Audit response if triggered
- 6
I-140 petition filing after approval
Eligibility
- Employer sponsorship required
- Position must meet prevailing wage
- Good faith recruitment effort required
- No qualified U.S. workers available
What to Prepare
These are common intake documents. Exact requirements depend on your case details.
- Prevailing wage inputs and finalized job requirements
- Recruitment report and all advertisement evidence
- Candidate screening records and lawful rejection reasons
- Audit-ready PERM file maintained through filing
- Employer ability-to-pay and position documentation
What to Expect
We set realistic expectations early and keep you informed at each milestone.
- PERM is process-sensitive, and technical errors can invalidate filings
- Recruitment timing and documentation discipline are critical
- Audit or supervised recruitment can materially extend timelines
Why Choose Us
- Meticulous recruitment documentation
- Audit-ready process controls and documentation discipline
- Strategic job requirement drafting
- Coordinated PERM + I-140 timeline
Important Legal Notice: Information on this page is general and not legal advice. Case outcomes depend on your facts, evidence quality, and government adjudication.
Ready to Get Started?
Book a strategy session to evaluate eligibility, identify risks, and receive a practical filing roadmap.