Associate Attorney - Business Immigration

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Business Immigration to join their team in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves providing legal advice, managing client communications, and overseeing case materials with minimal supervision.

Duties

• Provide legal advice and case updates to clients independently.
• Conduct or contribute to client consultations and accompany clients to interviews.
• Formulate case strategy and oversee production of case materials.
• Draft complex case matters and function as a primary client contact.
• Lead or participate in case status meetings with legal support staff.
• Examine and address questions or issues raised by support staff.
• Conduct legal research and maintain knowledge of immigration law developments.
• Represent the firm at client and industry functions as directed.

Requirements

• Ability to address common legal issues independently.
• Pre-existing knowledge of relevant laws and agency practices.
• 2-5 years of Business Immigration law experience preferred.
• Effective caseload and deadline management skills.
• High awareness of legal developments and client needs.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent.

Certifications

• State Bar Membership.

Skills

• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to take on added responsibilities and learn new things.
• Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to firm-specific software.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits