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Your Pathway to the United States Starts Here

Whether you're pursuing a career opportunity, a world-class education, business investment, or reuniting with loved ones, Versfeld & Hugo is your trusted guide through every step of the U.S. immigration process. With decades of experience and a results-driven approach, our immigration attorneys provide clear, strategic legal solutions tailored to your goals.

Find the Immigration Path That’s Right for You

Navigating the U.S. immigration system can be complex—but you don’t have to do it alone. At Versfeld & Hugo, we offer a full spectrum of immigration services designed to match your unique situation. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a skilled professional, a student, or a family member seeking reunification, our team is here to provide clarity, guidance, and results.

Explore the pathways below to discover which visa option best suits your goals

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Our U.S. Immigration Specialists

Behind every successful immigration case is a dedicated team of legal professionals. At Versfeld & Hugo, our U.S. immigration specialists combine deep legal expertise with a passion for helping clients navigate complex immigration pathways. From your first consultation to final approval, we're with you at every step.

With decades of experience, multilingual capabilities, and a client-first mindset, our team is committed to delivering personalized solutions — no matter how straightforward or complex your case may be.

Leon Versfeld

Leon Versfeld is a co-founder and leading attorney at Versfeld & Hugo LLC, specializing in U.S. immigration law with a focus on business immigration, compliance, and complex immigration matters. With over two decades of experience, Leon has represented a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to individuals and families, ensuring their immigration needs are met with precision and care.

At Versfeld & Hugo LLC, Leon provides strategic counsel to human resource departments on hiring foreign national workers, executives, and specialized professionals. He is also an expert in labor certifications, immigration compliance, and the immigration implications of mergers and acquisitions.

Leon is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences, sharing his expertise on U.S. immigration law. He has testified before the Missouri Legislature on proposed immigration legislation and is recognized as a thought leader in the field.

Awards & Recognition

  • AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

  • Missouri/Kansas Super Lawyers (Super Lawyers Magazine)

  • “Best of the Bar” - Kansas City Business Journal

  • AVVO: Superb Rating, Client’s Choice (2015), Top Contributor (2013)

  • Missouri Lawyers Weekly: “Up and Coming Lawyer” (2008)

Education

  • Baccalaureus Legum (LLB) - University of Pretoria, South Africa

  • Missouri/Kansas Super Lawyers (Super Lawyers Magazine)

Business & Employment Visas

The U.S. offers a range of employment-based visas for professionals, skilled workers, and investors looking to contribute their expertise to the American economy. Whether you’re seeking permanent residency or a pathway through employment sponsorship, these visas may be the right fit for your goals.

EB1 Visa

– First Preference

For individuals with extraordinary ability, outstanding professors, researchers, or multinational executives.

EB2 Visa

– Second Preference

For professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities in the arts, sciences, or business.

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EB3 Visa
–Third Preference

For skilled workers, professionals,

and unskilled workers with

U.S. job offers.

EB5 Visa

– Investment Green Card

For investors who invest significant capital in U.S. businesses and create jobs.

Nonimmigrant Visas

Nonimmigrant visas are for individuals seeking temporary entry into the United States for purposes such as work, study, training, or cultural exchange. These visas are ideal for those who plan to return to their home country after completing their visit or assignment

E3 Visa

– Australian Professionals

A work visa exclusively for Australian nationals in specialty occupations.

F1 Visa

– Student Visa

For international students enrolling in accredited academic programs in the U.S.

H1B Visa

– Specialty Occupation

For foreign professionals working in fields requiring specialized knowledge and degrees.

J1 Visa

– Exchange Visitor

Used for scholars, interns, trainees, and au pairs participating in U.S. cultural exchange programs.

L1 Visa

– Intracompany Transferee

Allows multinational companies to transfer executives or employees to U.S. offices.

O1 Visa

– Extraordinary Ability

For individuals with exceptional talent in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics.

P Visas

– Sports, Artists

For athletes, entertainers, and artists participating in specific performances or competitions.

R1 Visa

– Religious

For investors who invest significant capital in U.S. businesses and create jobs.

TN Visa

– Nonimmigrant NAFTA

For qualified Canadian and Mexican professionals under the USMCA agreement.

Investment Immigration

The U.S. encourages foreign investment as a path to immigration. These visa options are designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors seeking to start or expand ventures in the United States, while creating jobs and stimulating the economy.

E1 Visa

– Treaty Trader

For nationals of treaty countries who carry on substantial trade between the U.S. and their home country.

E2 Visa

– Investor

For individuals from treaty countries who invest a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business.

EB5 Visa

– Investment Green Card

For investors who invest significant capital in U.S. businesses and create jobs.

Family & Citizenship Visas

Whether you're reuniting with loved ones or taking the final step toward U.S. citizenship, these visa pathways are designed to keep families together and support long-term residence. We’re here to guide you through every milestone.

Family Green Card

For spouses, children, parents, or siblings of U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

K1 Visa

– Fiancé Visa

For foreign nationals engaged to U.S. citizens, allowing them to enter the U.S. to get married.

Citizenship & Naturalization

For permanent residents ready to become U.S. citizens through the naturalization process.

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Expert Guidance to Help You Live, Work, or Study in the United States

U.S. immigration can feel overwhelming—but with the right support, it doesn’t have to be. At Versfeld & Hugo, we help individuals, professionals, investors, and families from around the world navigate their path to life in the United States. Whether you're looking to work, study, join family, or invest, our team will guide you step by step with clarity and confidence.