About 2 months
Status lawfully maintained within the grace period
H-1B Layoff
Background
The client was abruptly let go by the H-1B employer and filed Form I-539 within the 60-day grace period.
Challenges
The change of status had to be completed before the grace period ended to avoid unlawful presence.
Strategy
We quickly put together a response plan and filed the application in time.
Outcome
Approved (filed 03/24/2025 · approved 05/26/2025).