When your job ends, your visa status in the U.S. may be at risk—and the clock starts ticking fast. In a new, powerful conversation with Leo Osahor, founder of the League of Laid Off Legends, immigration attorney Tahmina Watson discusses the legal and emotional realities faced by visa holders during layoffs—and what they can do to regain control.
Watch the Full Interview Here: Immigration Lawyer Shares Impact of Layoffs on Visas | YouTube Interview
In this episode, Tahmina shares her extensive experience supporting H-1B, O, L, and E-2 visa holders through the uncertainty of layoffs. She provides not only legal clarity but also a sense of hope and practical direction for what comes next.
Highlights from the Interview:
✅ Understanding the 60-day grace period — how to make every day count
✅ The startup visa workaround — yes, you may be able to create your own job
✅ Real stories of immigrants navigating layoffs, pivots, and global mobility
✅ Why Canada is scooping up U.S. talent—and what America is losing
✅ How to build resilience before and after a layoff
✅ What allies and employers can do to support laid-off immigrants
This conversation is an important watch for anyone on a work visa—or anyone who cares about immigrants in the U.S. workforce. With a practical, compassionate tone, Tahmina offers tools and strategies for navigating a deeply vulnerable moment with clarity and power.
Thank you to Leo Osahor for leading such a thoughtful and necessary conversation.
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