Immigration Associate

Job Overview

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a qualified Immigration Associate with a minimum of two years of business immigration experience to join its Labor & Employment practice group. This position supports a dynamic and collaborative immigration team across multiple U.S. office locations and offers opportunities for professional growth, client interaction, and high-level legal work in a supportive environment.

Location

• Tampa, FL

Duties

• Handle business immigration matters, including:

  • PERM labor certification applications

  • H-1B and L-1 visa petitions

• Draft and review legal documents and filings for employment-based immigration cases

• Manage communications with clients regarding strategy, documentation, and compliance

• Conduct legal research and prepare memos and briefs on immigration law topics

• Collaborate with partners and other associates on complex immigration cases

Requirements

• At least 2 years of business immigration experience

• Experience with PERM, H-1B, and L-1 processes required

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Demonstrated commitment to client service and responsiveness

• Ability to handle a high-volume caseload efficiently and independently

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic record required

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• In good standing with the applicable state bar

Skills

• Strong research and legal writing skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Time management and multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment

• Client-centered approach to legal service

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility based on performance

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) with firm contributions

• Paid time off and holiday policies

• Additional benefits vary based on location and hours worked

This distinguished law firm has a 121-year history of serving clients with the utmost quality of work. Based in Chicago, Illinois; this firm is one of the 200 largest law firms in the United States. The firm's practice areas include environmental, health law, corporate services, litigation and dispute resolution, real estate, tax, immigration, labor and employment, trusts and estates and technology law.