Business Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Business Immigration Attorney for a hybrid/remote position in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves handling complex employment-based immigration matters and leading a team of paralegals while managing client relationships.

Duties

• Handle employment-based nonimmigrant and immigrant visa matters.
• Analyze and prepare key immigration legal issues, including H-1B, L-1, TN, and PERM labor certifications.
• Prepare appropriate immigrant visa petitions.
• Participate in business development functions.
• Draft and file petitions and applications.
• Organize and prioritize case schedules.
• Communicate with clients regarding case processing and procedural issues.
• Conduct legal research as required.
• Update and manage case status reports.
• Review and approve documents and filings with accuracy.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in business immigration.
• Ability to lead a team of paralegals.
• Strong client management skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management.

Benefits

• 401(k) with firm match.
• Medical/Dental Insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid Vacation/Holidays.
• Corporate Wellness Benefit.

Founded in the 2010s, this firm is nearly 25 attorneys strong. Their practice areas focus primarily on immigration with Hiring Foreign Nationals, Worksite Compliance, and many others. With offices in Philadelphia and New York, this firm is growing rapidly.