Arthur Serratelli

Arthur Serratelli

also known as Art

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 32 years

Immigration Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Immigration

One Columbus Center, Ste 619, Virginia Beach, VA

About Arthur

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 32 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1993

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Serratelli Mijal PLLC

One Columbus Center, Ste 619, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462

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60 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jurgen | September 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Immigration services

Immigration lawyer helped me with filing appropriate paperwork to USCIS for a green card through marriage. The consultation was free and the team was willing to answer all my questions before making the jump. The process was very easy, since the team send me a list with all the information they neede...d to file with USCIS. Art takes time to Skype or set a meeting up with you to go over several issues/points to see what is best for you. He will give you advise and explain the process as detailed as possible. He made our experience very smooth and it did not feel like a transaction. Thank you for your help!

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Art is a phenomenal immigration attorney you ever find

Thanks, Art for your help and guidance. Without your help and preparation, we would not be able to overcome this journey. My mom and I are really thankful to you for your interview preparation; THE USCIS Interviewing Officer was tough, and she asked me so many questions and for so many documents! But... you prepared me with the answers based on my case and helped organize my documents, so it went very well. He mentally prepared us for the interview and everything envisioned during my interview preparation when we went for an interview we sailed through. I would highly recommend Art as an immigration attorney.

Posted by Firoze | January 29, 2019 | Immigration

Review for Art Serratelli and Mara Mijal

Art has a special place in my life since he was the first attorney who was instrumental in getting me an approved work visa through my employer when i came to this country in 2005. I am now a permanent resident but i have been in touch with Art and Mara on and off for any immigration related question...s. Needless to add, they have been always on top of every question we needed answers to in a very timely manner explaining things in a simple and lucid language which is easy to understand and comprehend. Art and Mara have always been my "go to" guys and I highly them to anyone and everyone who need any consulting for their immigration issues.

Posted by Emily | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

TN Application

If you are looking for a team to handle your immigration needs, look no further! I worked with Mara & Art to secure my TN visa recently, and have nothing but good things to say about both of them. They are always available to answer any and all questions you might have and have a deep understandin...g and knowledge of immigration law. They are fast to respond and fast to act! Even when confronted with issues, Mara and Art handled everything like the pro's they are! During my application process, I was always confident in the work that they were doing and was always surprised with how well they were to adapt to changing timelines. I would definitely look to Mara & Art for future immigration needs - they are the best!

Posted by Ed | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Hire a good Immigration Law firm

My wife (a German citizen) and I (US sitizen) are both well educated adults with years of computer experience. When we decided that it was time to move back from our retirement in home in German and live in the US, we thought that surely we could do it ourselves.Just to be safe, we read what we could... find on the internet about other peoples experiences. We found that most people who had trouble with the VISA process had made simple mistakes because they didn't understand the directions This changed our minds and we looked on line for help choosing an Immigration Law firm. We watched a lot of YouTube videos and chose Art Cerratelli's firm because of his informative and non pedantic style. We scheduled a free trial conference call to discuss our case an the services that he could provide, what we cold expect from the process and hes fee structure. We signed up for the full program. On the very first step of filing we filled our an online I-130 with all of our carefully researched personal data and sent it and copies of all our original documents to Art to be submitted to INS. They found several mistake that we had made but had not seen when we proof read the form. That alone paid for the cost of the service since any mistakes would have caused months of delay. After that, we consulted them about everything to be sure that we correctly understood each step. Every question was answered within hours and without exception correctly. We had a final phone conference about what to expect in the Immigration Interview where Art gave us a pep talk and some good advice of how to be prepared. We went to the interview yesterday and in less than hour we were done and my wife's new VISA was approved. Bottom line - Hire a good Immigration Law firm. It is well worth the cost, We can recommend Art and his group without reservation, Ed and Hella

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Arthur Serratelli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dana Power

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I refer all of my clients with immigration issues to Arthur Serratelli. He is an expert in the field with many years of experience. I give Art my highest recommendation."

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Hugo Valverde

Immigration lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider Art to be the leading authority on corporate immigration matters in our area. Not only is he knowledgeable but he is extremely personable. I know that if I send clients with corporate immigration needs to Art, they will be in good hands."

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Richard Serpe

Immigration lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Art Serratelli has my complete and total endorsement. Art brings a mastery of his field to a brilliant mind to provide world class assistance to his clients. Art is also a pleasure to work with, and has an outstanding sense of humor."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Best Lawyers in America - Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Best Law Firms in America, Best Lawyers

2017

Best Law Firms in America, Best Lawyers

2017

Best Lawyers in America - Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Best Lawyers in America - Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Best Lawyers in America - Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Super Lawyers - Immigration Law, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyers in America - Immigration Law, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Virginia's Legal Elite - Immigration and Naturalization, Virginia's Legal Elite

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Serratelli Mijal PLLC

1993 - 2015

Partner, Vandeventer Black LLP

Associations

2004 - Present

NASFA

National Association of Foreign Student Advisors

1999 - Present

AILA

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

TN Visa Approval at US-Canadian Border

TN Approved

EB-2 National Interest Waiver

I-140 Approved

H-1B Cap-Covered Approval

I-129 Approved

EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Green Card Case

I-140 Approved

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Education

1993

The George Washington University

JD

1988

University of Virginia

MBA

1984

Georgetown University

BSBA

Speaking Engagements

2018

University of the Incarnate Word International Student Presentation

What is "Income" & When Are You Allowed to Earn It?

2018

Portland State University International Student Presentation

What is "Income" & When Are You Allowed to Earn It?

2018

NAFSA Region III Conference, Little Rock, Arkansas

Grey Work: Investments, Start-ups, Cryptocurrency & Income

2017

On-Campus Workshop Nationwide

Immigration Options After OPT

2017

National Career Development Association (NCDA) 2017 Annual Conference, Orlando, Florida

The H1-B Alternative – Don't Fall Hostage to the Lottery

2017

NAFSA Region III Conference, 2017, San Antonio, Texas

The Immigration Advisor’s Guide for F-1 to H-1B Transition: Navigating Through Cap-Gap, SEVIS Corrections, H-1B Grace Periods, Travel, and “PLAN B” Visa Categories

2017

Arkansas Association of Colleges & Employers (AACE) 2017- Ozark National Forest, The Lodge at Mt. Magazine, Arkansas

“How to Advise International Students & the Employers Who May Want to Hire Them!” (and, How to do this WITHOUT Knowing ANYTHING About U.S. Immigration Law . . .)

2016

National Association of Women MBAs, 2016 Annual Meeting, Stamford, Connecticut

Entrepreneurial Work Visas After OPT

2015

NAFSA Region III Conference Norman, Oklahoma

But It's Unpaid! Is CPT Really Necessary?

2015

NAFSA Region III Conference Norman, Oklahoma

Knowing Your Role: International Advisor vs Legal Counsel

2014

National Association of Women MBAs, 2014 Annual Meeting, Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia

“Sponsorship” and the International Student

2012

On-Campus Workshop Nationwide

Immigration and Employment Options After Your Student Status

2011

APA Richmond Conference

I9s and E-Verify

2008

NAFSA Region VIII Conference

DANGER! U.S. Immigration Rules and the International Student’s Job Interview

Publications

2015

Vandeventer Black LLP Website U.S. Immigration Laws for Business

Languages

English

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