Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Associate Attorney for its Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in employment-based immigration, including handling H-1Bs, PERMs, I-140s, AOS, E's, O-1s, L-1s, and TN's. The role involves managing client work and supporting various business immigration matters.

Duties

• Prepare and support employment-based petitions from intake through filing.
• Assess visa options and assign and track cases.
• Draft legal arguments and conduct regular status calls with clients.
• Assist in managing clients and internal teams for immigration needs.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of employment-based immigration experience.
• Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills.
• High-level attention to detail and strong academic credentials.
• Experience supervising junior associates and support staff.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in any U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Ability to take initiative and stay organized.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance and 401K.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.

An entrepreneurial firm with a great culture serving clients in all areas of business and government legal services, this firm delivers a client-centered culture. Ranked as a Top 100 client service law firm in the United States, as well as employing 64 Best Lawyers in America, this multi-disciplinary, international law firm draws on their attorneys' comprehensive industry and policy knowledge, as well as the global network of industry advisor and subject-matter exerts, to provide innovative legal solutions and client-service excellence worldwide.