Our client came to us when her OPT was close to expiration. She had a robust research background and was working for a patent law firm in biotechnology.  We were able to show the connection between her research and patent work and identify the accomplishments that distinguished her from other researchers and other technical specialists.  Since time was tight, we requested premium processing.  We received an approval just 10 days later.  Our client now has three years of work authorization and can extend year by year indefinitely after that – or apply for permanent residence at any time during her O-1 period of validity.