EB-2 Refund Scam? Law Firm Back Tracks After RFE

An EB-2 National Interest Waiver applicant on Reddit says a law firm misled them. You see claims that Ellis Porter promised a full refund if USCIS denied the I-140. The applicant says that promise failed when it mattered.

Refund guarantee under scrutiny

You hear the firm advertises a 100 percent refund if your EB-2 NIW petition is denied. The applicant says many clients saw their refund contracts voided. This reportedly happens when you choose Premium Processing.

Premium Processing trigger

You are told the firm cancels refunds if you apply for Premium Processing. The reason given is that PP rushes internal quality checks. The applicant says this explanation feels convenient and unfair to clients who pay extra to avoid delays.

Call for class action

You now see the applicant contacting other Ellis Porter clients. The goal is to explore a class action lawsuit. You sense growing frustration among applicants who believe the refund promise does not hold up in practice.

Pattern of RFEs

Several EB-2 NIW applicants on Reddit report similar issues. You read that USCIS often sends generic RFEs around day 45. This timing pushes applicants toward Premium Processing.

Alleged volume strategy

You also hear claims that Ellis Porter files cases in high volume. This reportedly leads to more RFEs. Employee reviews on Glassdoor appear to support concerns about speed and quality within the firm.

Fees kept despite denial

You learn that voiding the refund clause allows the firm to keep legal fees. This applies even after an RFE or a denial. For you, this raises questions about transparency and accountability.

Warning to applicants

Experts warn you to treat money back guarantees as red flags. Such contracts target immigrants stuck between USCIS delays and costly legal help. You are urged to read refund terms closely before you sign anything.