Attorney

Benjamin Kia

Immigration Law Specialization

  • Employment-Based Immigration
  • Extraordinary Ability
  • PERM
  • P-1A Visas for Athletes
  • P-1B  Visas for Members of Internationally Recognized Entertainment Groups
immigration attorney Benjamin Kia

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  • Email

bkia@maggio-kattar.com

  • Phone

202.483.0053

about Benjamin Kia

Education

Vermont Law School, JD

Accreditation

Admitted to practice in Virginia

Languages

English

Benjamin (Ben) Kia is an immigration attorney at Maggio Kattar, based in the firm’s Washington, D.C., headquarters. Ben focuses his practice on U.S. employment-based immigration, providing skilled guidance to both businesses and individuals seeking to navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.

Ben has substantial experience in preparing employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions  and applications, including H-1B, L-1A/L-1B, PERM, I-140 (EB-1/EB-2/EB-3), I-485, I-765, I-131, DACA, and responding to Requests for Evidence. Preparing these filings involves submissions with both U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Labor (DOL), ensuring compliance with intricate regulatory requirements.

Ben’s background includes advising corporate clients on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options for foreign national employees, as well as coordinating international visa appointments and work permit filings. His ability to communicate complex immigration processes clearly and effectively, combined with his strategic approach, helps ensure his clients’ goals are met efficiently and successfully.

Ben holds a Juris Doctor degree with a concentration in International Law and International Business Transactions from Vermont Law School, and a Bachelor of Science in Criminology, Law, and Society from George Mason University. He is a member of the Virginia Bar.

Ben’s thorough understanding of employment-based immigration law, coupled with his client-focused approach, allows him to deliver comprehensive legal services to both corporate and individual clients. Whether advising on petitions or assisting with immigration compliance, Ben is committed to providing expert legal solutions that meet the unique needs of his clients.