Tahmina Watson is an immigration lawyer in Seattle who often works with tech employees on visas. She described recent rounds of layoffs and hiring freezes as some of the worst she’s seen. She says laid-off visa holders can consider a self-employed visa if they want to start a business. loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Tahmina Watson, an immigration lawyer from Seattle. It has been edited for length and clarity. I was a barrister, or lawyer, in the United Kingdom before immigrating to…