Global Employment, Immigration, and Equity Compensation Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an attorney with 2-4 years of experience to join their Global Employment, Immigration, and Equity Compensation team in Irvine, CA. The role involves advising tech startups and multinational employers on various employment and immigration issues.

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. and global employment-based and immigration matters.
• Conduct visa assessments and prepare employment-based immigration petitions.
• Guide clients through green card processes, including PERM.
• Provide counsel on the employment lifecycle and international employment laws.
• Support the preparation of equity compensation overviews.
• Collaborate with corporate clients across various industries.

Requirements

• Experience advising clients in U.S. employment immigration.
• Hands-on experience with employment-based visa petitions.
• Proven track record with multinational companies.
• Experience or willingness to learn global employment law and equity compensation.
• Experience with global immigration law is a plus.
• Prior experience in a corporate immigration law firm preferred.
• Member of the California or New York State Bar.
• Demonstrates maturity, professionalism, and excellent judgment.
• Collaborative and effective communicator.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Member of the California State Bar or New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This firm takes a cross-discipline approach to legal practice; attorneys develop their careers to their fullest potential in a work environment dedicated to collaboration and client solutions. These attorneys then implement their skills and experience to foster long-term client relationships, advising clients on a broad array of legal issues.