Editorial Standards

How our content is produced

Every piece of content on BaseLeaf is researched, written, and reviewed by our editorial team. We follow a multi-step process: research from primary government sources, writing with plain-language clarity, internal review for accuracy, and a final compliance check before publication. Content is never published without verification against current source material.

Our sources

We draw exclusively from authoritative, publicly available sources:

• USCIS Policy Manual
• Published USCIS data and processing statistics
• Federal Register notices and proposed rules
• Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) non-precedent and precedent decisions

We do not rely on forums, anecdotal reports, or unverified third-party commentary as primary sources.

Statistics and citations

Every statistic we publish includes a date and source attribution. We do not present undated figures or unattributed claims. When data ages beyond its useful window or is superseded by newer releases, we update or remove it. If a figure cannot be independently verified, it is not included.

Update cadence

We review published content on a regular cycle. Policy pages are checked against current USCIS guidance monthly. When USCIS issues policy updates, Federal Register notices, or revised processing data, we update affected content within one business week. Each page displays a visible "last updated" date so readers know how current the information is.

First-hand experience

BaseLeaf's team includes people who have personally prepared, filed, and received approval on their own EB-2 NIW self-petitions. This direct experience informs the practical guidance we provide and ensures our content reflects the realities of the process, not just the theory.

Compliance and scope of service

BaseLeaf provides document preparation services. We do not provide legal advice, and our platform is not a substitute for consultation with a licensed immigration attorney.

Every petition prepared through BaseLeaf goes through a rigorous quality review before it is delivered. Our standard is simple: every submission meets professional filing quality.

Corrections

If we identify an error in published content, we correct it promptly and note the correction. If you believe something on our site is inaccurate, contact us at hello@baseleaf.co.