Immigration touches everything—your career, your family, and where you can realistically build a life. This free live webinar with Bay Legal immigration attorney Sivendra Ganesh Maraj breaks down the major U.S. immigration pathways in clear, practical terms so you can see which ones may fit your real situation.
You will not get a law school lecture. You will get structure, examples, and a framework you can actually use to plan next steps.
This session is designed for:
International students and recent graduates trying to understand F‑1, OPT, and what comes next.
Professionals and founders weighing H‑1B, TN, O‑1, E‑2, or employment‑based green cards.
Couples considering marriage‑based or fianc‑based immigration options.
Families and individuals who feel overwhelmed by the rules and just want a clearer roadmap.
If you are tired of piecing together advice from forums, social media, and friends, this webinar gives you a grounded overview in one place.
In about an hour, we will cover:
The main immigration “pathways” and who each one tends to fit (family‑based, student, work, investment).
How marriage‑based and fianc‑based processes really work—beyond the myths.
Key rules and risks for F‑1 students and recent graduates, including work and travel basics.
What to know about H‑1B, TN, and O‑1 visas, especially for California and Bay Area professionals.
How employment‑based green cards (EB‑1, EB‑2, EB‑3) and investment options like E‑2 and EB‑5 fit into long‑term planning.
The goal is not to turn you into a lawyer—it is to give you enough structure to stop guessing and start planning.
Your presenter, Sivendra Ganesh Maraj, has lived the process he explains—from student visa to green card to U.S. citizenship. He understands the waiting, the uncertainty, and how much documentation shapes your sense of stability.
During the webinar, he:
Translates legal rules into everyday language and real‑world examples.
Explains common mistakes and misconceptions he sees in practice.
Shares mindset shifts that help reduce anxiety and improve preparation.
You will leave with a clearer sense of which questions to ask and which options may deserve a closer look with an attorney.
This webinar will not provide case‑specific legal advice, guarantee any outcome, or tell you exactly what you should do in your unique situation. Immigration results depend on your country of origin, history, timing, and changing government policies.
Instead, you will get education you can use to have a more productive, informed conversation about your options.
Live online webinar (attend from anywhere).
Free to attend; registration required.
Q&A time for general questions at the end, as time permits.
Important disclaimer: This webinar is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Attending does not create an attorney–client relationship with Bay Legal or any of its attorneys. For advice about your specific situation, you should consult with an immigration attorney after a formal engagement.