Immigration Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Rochester, NY, is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney with a strong background in employment-based cases, including labor certifications, EB-1 petitions, nonimmigrant visa petitions, and J-1 waiver applications. The ideal candidate should possess excellent writing skills, client service abilities and demonstrate initiative in managing cases effectively.

Duties:

• Handle a variety of immigration cases, focusing on employment-based matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis about immigration laws and regulations.
• Prepare and file various immigration petitions, applications, and forms accurately and timely.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and provide updates on case statuses.
• Represent clients in immigration proceedings, including hearings and interviews.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure efficient case management.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience practicing immigration law, focusing on employment-based cases.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.
• Proven track record of successfully handling immigration cases from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of immigration laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.

Skills:

• Proficiency in handling employment-based immigration cases, including labor certifications, EB-1 petitions, nonimmigrant visa petitions, and J-1 waiver applications.
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong client service abilities, with a focus on building and maintaining relationships.
• Effective case management skills, including organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

This New York State firm offers business customers expertice in all major practice areas. Its clients include a distinguished list of banks, real estate, biotech, pharmaceutical and other companies. Despite the high quality of the work product, the work environment is relaxed and deliliberately collegial. Attorneys often work on each others' cases to help solve problems expeditiously and with as much intellectual input as possible. Pay scales are competitive for the region.