Mark I. Davies is a UK National who has moved to the US. He is a licensed solicitor in the UK [SRA No.: 384468] and is also licensed to practice in the US.
Mark I. Davies is a UK National who has moved to the US. He is a licensed solicitor in the UK [SRA No.: 384468] and is also licensed to practice in the US.
Trusted U.S. immigration and business law advisors for Japanese investors, entrepreneurs, and families. Strategic, end-to-end legal solutions from consultation to approval.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our results.
Specialists in U.S. Immigration with Global Business Capability
Strategic advice and filings for E-2, L-1, EB-5, EB-1, EB-2, O-1, and related categories.
Robust documentation, audit-ready trails, and consular preparation to reduce risk and delays.
U.S. entity formation, operating agreements, and coordination with cross-border tax advisers.
CEAC readiness, interview coaching, post-approval planning, and stateside onboarding.
Renewals, status maintenance, green card strategy, and counsel as your U.S. operations scale.
Our Japan-based team works seamlessly with U.S.-licensed attorneys across our global offices. We combine immigration expertise with corporate know-how, helping clients choose the right route, prepare persuasive filings, and remain compliant after approval. From first consultation to landing in the United States, we deliver clarity, momentum, and measurable progress.
Davies & Associates is a global, immigration-focused law firm that helps Japanese clients set up new and exciting businesses in the United States and procure the necessary visas to move to America to run and operate those businesses.
To date, we have helped hundreds of families move to the United States and elsewhere, including the United Kingdom, Turkey, Grenada, Portugal and Italy. Our team operates globally to provide the local support that our clients need to prosper in their new home.
Mark I. Davies, Esq., JD, MBA, leads Davies & Associates’ global immigration practice. A U.S.-licensed attorney with extensive cross-border experience, Mark is known for creative, commercially-sensible strategies that achieve approvals in complex investor and business cases. His approach: rigorous preparation, transparent communication, and relentless focus on client goals.
Senior EB5, Investment Visa Consultant
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Quick answers to common questions about our immigration services and processes.
Davies & Associates is a U.S. law firm with a global footprint. Unlike many firms that only handle visa paperwork, we provide complete end-to-end support — from structuring your investment or business entity to preparing your immigration filings and guiding you through compliance after approval. Our Japanese clients work directly with U.S.-licensed lawyers who understand both sides of the process.
Yes. While our Japan office is in Tokyo, we work with clients across the country and around the world through secure video consultations and digital document management. Our global offices in the U.S., Europe, and Asia make it easy to coordinate across time zones and jurisdictions.
Preparation times vary depending on the visa type and complexity of your case. For example, E-2 visas typically take 2–6 weeks to prepare once documentation is complete, while EB-5 investor cases may take several months due to source-of-funds verification and project diligence. After preparation, we assist with embassy scheduling and case tracking through approval.
Yes. Our lawyers regularly coordinate with corporate counsel, accountants, and licensed tax professionals to ensure your U.S. structure aligns with both immigration and commercial objectives. We help you establish compliant U.S. entities, draft operating agreements, and prepare for tax filing obligations where relevant.
The process begins with a confidential consultation to assess your eligibility, investment plans, and long-term goals. Once we determine the most suitable visa route, our team outlines a clear timeline, cost estimate, and document checklist. You’ll then be paired with a dedicated immigration lawyer who manages your case from start to finish.
Speak with our Japan-based U.S. immigration lawyers about your goals, timing, and strategy. We’ll assess eligibility, outline the most effective options, and map your path to approval. Book a Consultation
Speak with our Japan-based U.S. immigration lawyers about your goals, timing, and strategy. We’ll assess eligibility, outline the most effective options, and map your path to approval.
