Question 1

Does BENNETT THRASHER LLP sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. BENNETT THRASHER LLP has filed 3 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 3 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 109 days.

Question 2

What is the current PERM processing time?

Accepted Answer

The DOL processing time from PERM filing to decision typically ranges from 6 to 18 months. This does not include the prevailing wage determination (1–6 months) or the recruitment period (2–3 months) that happen before filing. For BENNETT THRASHER LLP, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 109 days. See the processing time chart above for year-over-year trends.

Question 3

How long does it take to get a green card through BENNETT THRASHER LLP?

Accepted Answer

The full employer-sponsored green card timeline depends on three stages: PERM labor certification (6–18 months), I-140 petition with USCIS (4–6 months, or 15 days with premium processing), and adjustment of status or consular processing. For applicants from countries with visa backlogs like India and China, the wait for a visa number after I-140 approval can add years. The total process from start to green card typically takes 1–5+ years.

Question 4

What triggers a PERM audit?

Accepted Answer

The DOL may audit a PERM application if certain risk factors are present: layoffs within 6 months of filing, the foreign worker having an ownership interest in the company, job requirements that exceed the norm for the occupation, foreign language requirements, or combination occupations. An audit requires additional documentation but does not mean the case will be denied.

Question 5

What is BENNETT THRASHER LLP's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

BENNETT THRASHER LLP has a 100% PERM approval rate across 3 total applications (3 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn). The national average PERM approval rate is approximately 85%. Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Median Processing Days
2023	1	1	497
2019	1	1	84
2018	1	1	109

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Tax Senior - Real Estate G-100-23340-546687	$78,000	Atlanta, GA	Dec 5, 2023	Apr 15, 2025	497	Certified
Staff Accountant Tax and Compliance A-19030-67823	$54,000	Atlanta, GA	Jan 31, 2019	Apr 25, 2019	84	Certified
Staff Associate - Accountant A-18036-39759	N/A	Atlanta, GA	Feb 12, 2018	Jun 1, 2018	109	Certified

BENNETT THRASHER LLP — Green Card PERM Data

BENNETT THRASHER LLP PERM & Green Card Filings

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