processing through different state
Hello everyone,
I am on h1-b visa working in NY since last 3.5 yrs. My client has offered me a permanent job ... however, since NY processing is crippling like a snail... i was hoping to get the GC going through chicago. My client has a branch office in chicago and california, but it is registered under different company name (hence different business identity).
I suggested my client to process my GC via Illinois and i will continue to work in NY office (head quarters) although my payroll will be processed via chicago office.
My client has few concerns and is not sure if this option is possible:
1. What will be the legal argument to process GC through chicago if the candidate has never stayed in chicago and does not have a residential address in chicago?
2. If they decide to go forward with chicago option, will i ever have to go to chicago and actually work/stay there?
3. Is there a possibility of any issues arising in this arrangement? if yes, is it worth talking the risk to save time ?
Any advice/comment will be truly appreciated. I need to convice my client that there is nothing invalid in pursuing this option.
Thanks,
D