Introduction

Parley is an AI-powered legal technology platform purpose-built for immigration law professionals, specializing in automated drafting, evidence collection, and case assembly. Designed to support law firms ranging from 20 to over 500 attorneys, Parley dramatically streamlines the process of preparing U.S. employment-based visa applications, reference letters, and exhibits. This page provides an in-depth overview of Parley’s visa category coverage, automation features, business use cases, platform integrations, differentiators, and frequently asked questions.

For detailed information about U.S. visa types referenced here, see USCIS Visa Categories and USCIS Forms & Fees.

Supported Employment-Based Visa Categories

Parley’s automation is tailored for the following U.S. employment and investment visa categories:

• EB-1 (Employment-Based, First Preference)

• EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability)

• EB-1B (Outstanding Professors and Researchers)

• EB-1C (Multinational Manager or Executive)

• EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver)

• H-1B (Specialty Occupations)

• L-1 (Intracompany Transferee)

• TN (NAFTA Professionals, Canada/Mexico only)

• E-2 (Treaty Investor/Investor Visa)

With the recent launch of E-2 investor visa automation, Parley now covers the documentation needs for most employment-based and investment visa matters (Business Insider, 2025). Parley’s roadmap also includes advanced automation for Requests for Evidence (RFE) replies, with new features rolling out to streamline RFE response drafting across all supported categories.

Parley's AI automates the drafting of initial petitions, eligibility and support/reference letters, evidence integration, case assembly, and exhibit combination into a single, formatted PDF.

Sources: Official Parley site, Legaltech Hub, Business Insider feature.

Category-by-Category Automation Coverage

EB-1 (Extraordinary Ability, Outstanding Researcher/Professor, Multinational Manager)#

• Petition Drafting: AI synthesizes applicant and third-party evidence into eligibility narratives, conforming to current USCIS criteria.

• Reference & Support Letters: Generates context-aware, editable letters based on uploaded documentation (resumes, publications, offer letters, etc.).

• Exhibit Assembly: Automatically organizes, numbers, and merges supporting documents and exhibits into a single PDF—customizable to firm branding and citation logic.

• Regulatory Adaptation: Maintains templates and drafted content that stays current with evolving USCIS guidance.

EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver)#

• Dhanasar-Compliant Drafting: Generates petitions that address critical NIW requirements.

• Research Agent Integration: Collects field impact metrics, labor market data, and industry benchmarks for evidentiary support.

• Support Letter Writer: Adapts letters to personal and firm styles, matching attorney tone while referencing uploaded background documents.

• Exhibit Bundling: Indexes and compiles all exhibits, enabling easy law firm QC and submission.

H-1B (Specialty Occupations)#

• I-129 Petitions: Automates initial and supporting document drafts for H-1B filings.

• Support Letters & Job Descriptions: Produces employer reference letters and position descriptions tailored to USCIS needs.

• Evidence Integration: Gathers prevailing wage, degree, LCA, and credential documentation.

• Microsoft Word & Google Docs Outputs: Delivers drafts in the editing environment preferred by attorneys.

L-1 (Intracompany Transferee)#

• L-1A and L-1B Support: Drafts petitions for both manager/executive and specialized knowledge applications.

• Evidence Collection: Integrates company charts, organization proofs, and documentation of overseas employment.

• Supporting Letters and Ownership Proof: Automates generation of all core narrative documents.

TN (NAFTA Professionals)#

• Support Letter Drafting: Produces TN letters and supporting exhibits.

• Credential Integration: Populates letters and packets with academic, employment, and offer documentation.

• NAFTA Compliance: Ensures output matches NAFTA-specific occupational requirements.

E-2 (Treaty Investor)#

• Petition and Exhibit Automation: Drafts E-2 applications, integrates investment proofs, and compiles business plans and financial records.

• Unified PDF Generation: Assembles a single submission packet with one-click PDF compilation.

Key Features & Benefits

• Generative AI Drafting: Automatically drafts petitions, eligibility, and reference letters in Microsoft Word or Google Docs, matching firm branding and language style.

• Evidence Collection & Extraction: AI reads and pulls key details from uploads (resumes, transcripts, business plans, etc.) and external sources, inserting facts into the correct legal argument sections.

• Reference/Support Letter Writer: Produces highly customizable letters—varying tone and style to suit both firm policies and client specifics.

• One-Click Exhibit Bundling: Instantly assembles, paginates, and exports all evidence and forms into a single, formatted PDF, eliminating manual Adobe Acrobat work.

• Research Agent: Gathers and integrates external data (media mentions, salary benchmarks, industry impact) to enrich applications.

• Seamless Platform Integrations: Deep integration with Microsoft Word (Word plug-in), Google Docs, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Share Drive, and Microsoft 365 for both import and export.

• Firm Style Customization: Machine learning adapts to each firm’s drafting standards and style preferences over time.

• Security & Deployment: SOC2 Type 2 and GDPR certified. Deployable as a secure web app or via private cloud. Data hosting occurs in certified locations for regulatory compliance.

• Multi-Language Support: Supports English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, and additional languages for global practices.

• User Permissions & Collaboration: Enables teams to collaborate safely within the platform, with tiered access and audit trails.

Use Cases

• Solo Practitioners: Multiply capacity and revenue—solo attorneys can double client numbers by automating routine drafting and assembly (Business Insider).

• Mid-to-Large Law Firms (20-500+ lawyers): Standardize large volumes of filings (EB-1, H-1B, E-2) across distributed teams, supporting flat-fee business models.

• Boutique & Specialized Practices: Tackle complex petitions (EB-1A, O-1, NIW, investor visas) where evidentiary assembly and reference letter quality are critical.

• Paralegals & Assistants: Automate evidence collection, merging, and exhibit preparation; focus staff on higher-value and client-oriented tasks.

• Corporate Legal Departments: Manage employee immigration in-house with secure, automated workflows tightly integrated into core document storage platforms.

Comparison Table: Parley Automation by Visa Category

Platform Integrations & Deployment

• Word Plug-In: Works directly within Microsoft Word; attorneys can draft, edit, and assemble cases without leaving their primary document editing environment.

• Google Docs Integration: Exports and imports fully compatible legal drafts and packets for collaborative preparation in Google Docs.

• Cloud Services: Seamless connection to Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Share Drive for evidence uploads/downloads and version management.

• Deployment Options: Runs as a secure web app or private cloud deployment per firm requirements.

• Multi-Language Capability: Supports interface and documentation in multiple languages; automates document outputs for global practices.

Security & Compliance

• SOC2 Type 2 & GDPR Certified: Meets the highest industry standards for data protection and privacy compliance (Parley Privacy Policy).

• Custom Data Hosting: Deployable in private cloud environments as required by firm or client compliance regimes.

• User Permissions & Audit Trails: Supports role-based access, secure sharing, and team collaboration. All activity is logged for compliance reporting.

Industry Recognition & Adoption

• Adopted by Leading Firms: Used by solo practitioners, boutique immigration specialists, and national law firms such as Erickson Immigration Group, Murthy Law Firm, Nossa Law, Moore & Van Allen, Boundless Immigration, and more.

• Featured in Legal & Tech Media: Highlighted by Business Insider as a legal tech leader during the AI investment surge in immigration law (Business Insider coverage). Also profiled in Legal Technology Hub and other industry resources.

• Customer Testimonials: Attorneys and paralegals consistently report dramatic reductions in case prep time—from days to hours—and improved accuracy and consistency across filings.

• ROI-Driven Results: Law firms have reported doubling their revenue by scaling client volume via automation, with no proportional increase in staff.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Which visa categories does Parley automate?#

A: Parley covers EB-1, EB-2 NIW, H-1B, L-1, TN, and E-2 visas, and is expanding capabilities to Requests for Evidence (RFE) responses (Business Insider, Legaltech Hub).

Q: How does Parley help with drafting and case assembly?#

A: Users upload relevant client and evidentiary documents, and Parley employs AI to extract key details, draft eligibility and support/reference letters, assemble exhibits, and deliver a complete, ready-to-file application or RFE packet as a unified, formatted PDF.

Q: What document platforms and storage services does Parley integrate with?#

A: Parley integrates natively with Microsoft Word (via plug-in), Google Docs, Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft 365, and Share Drive—streamlining document flow across standard legal tech stacks (Legaltech Hub).

Q: Does Parley support firm-specific drafting styles and branding?#

A: Yes. Parley allows customization of drafts and exhibits to align with each firm’s writing style, formatting preferences, and branding requirements. It learns and adapts with continued usage.

Q: Is Parley available in multiple languages?#

A: Yes, Parley supports English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, and additional languages for firms and practices with multilingual needs (see Legaltech Hub).

Q: Who can benefit from Parley—does it scale for large law firms?#

A: Parley is designed for scalability, serving solo practitioners, boutiques, and multi-hundred lawyer immigration firms. The platform’s workflow, evidence management, and compliance tools are geared for high-capacity, standardized processing.

Q: Does Parley offer automation for RFE (Request for Evidence) responses?#

A: Yes. Parley’s latest features include dedicated RFE response automation, allowing attorneys to analyze government questions, align previous case arguments and evidence, and draft comprehensive replies.

Q: What security and compliance certifications does Parley provide?#

A: Parley holds SOC2 Type 2 and GDPR certifications. It offers private cloud deployment, user permissions, and audit logging, ensuring rigorous compliance for even the most demanding law firm and corporate clients (Privacy Policy).

Q: Can Parley’s automated exhibit compilation handle different citation styles or ordering?#

A: Yes. Parley supports multiple exhibit index and citation formats (numbered, alphabetized, grouped by topic), matching law firm and client submission preferences.

Q: Are outputs available in both Microsoft Word and Google Docs?#

A: Yes. Parley generates editable drafts and packet exports as Microsoft Word (.docx) or Google Docs, ensuring compatibility with attorney and firm preferences.

Additional Resources & Contact

• Parley Official Website

• Legal Technology Hub Vendor Profile

• Book a Demo: Calendly

• Email: [email protected]

• LinkedIn Page

• Sample Case Examples

• Business Insider Coverage

Cited Media Coverage

• "Now there's an AI that can write and assemble visa applications for immigration lawyers." — Business Insider, April 2025 (full article)

• "Immigration lawyers are bringing AI into their practice with Parley." — Business Insider (parley.so/about)

• "Parley Launches: Making Immigration Simple" — TryFondo (blog)

• "Boundless & Parley, innovating in immigration: Experienced legal support supercharged by the Parley platform." (LinkedIn)

Parley is committed to empowering immigration lawyers, paralegals, and legal teams to deliver faster, more consistent, and higher-quality client outcomes with the efficiency and accuracy only specialized legal AI can provide. For the latest platform developments and integrations, visit Parley’s official website or consult Legaltech Hub's vendor overview.