How Mann Law Group helps
PERM is the Department of Labor process that most employer-sponsored green cards start with. The employer tests the U.S. labor market for the position and shows that no qualified, willing U.S. worker is available at the required wage. Mann Law Group runs the process with the employer, keeps the recruitment record audit-ready, and moves the case to the immigrant petition and green card.
Common services and issues
What to keep in mind
- PERM takes a long time, and the timeline depends on current Department of Labor processing. Start early, especially for workers whose H-1B time is running out.
- The employer pays the costs of labor certification. The worker cannot reimburse them.
- A job requirement that is higher than the employer's normal requirement for the role needs a business reason.
- Priority-date backlogs for workers born in some countries, such as India and China, can add years after approval.
What happens next
Initial review
We listen to the facts, identify deadlines, and confirm what documents are needed.
Strategy
An attorney explains realistic options, risks, and recommended next steps.
Preparation
The team prepares filings, evidence, declarations, and supporting documentation.
Representation
We guide the case through government review, court, interview, response, or appeal as needed.
Common Questions
The employer must pay the costs of labor certification, including attorney fees and recruitment for that step. The worker may pay for some later steps, depending on the case.
If a qualified U.S. worker applies and is available, the employer generally cannot certify that no qualified worker exists for that recruitment. The employer may need to wait and recruit again later.
No. EB-1 categories and the EB-2 national interest waiver do not need PERM. Most EB-2 and EB-3 cases do.