Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A respected national law firm is seeking a Senior Immigration Attorney with at least six years of experience in employment-based immigration. This position offers the opportunity to lead client engagements, manage internal legal teams, and work on complex immigration matters in a collaborative and growth-oriented legal environment.

Location

• Detroit, MI

Duties

• Represent clients in employment-based immigration matters, including:

  • H-1B, PERM, I-140, Adjustment of Status (AOS), E, O-1, L-1, and TN visa petitions

• Advise clients on visa strategies and immigration options

• Oversee and track case assignments and workflow for internal legal teams

• Conduct regular status calls and maintain consistent communication with clients

• Manage client accounts and act as a strategic liaison

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff

• Ensure compliance with immigration laws, policies, and filing deadlines

• Review and draft high-quality immigration filings and legal documents

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in employment-based immigration law

• Proven ability to manage clients and coordinate multiple immigration matters

• Experience supervising and training junior team members

• Strong time management and multitasking skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead within a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Education

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

Certifications

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

Skills

• Expert knowledge of business immigration processes and documentation

• Excellent legal research, drafting, and communication skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Client-service oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational abilities

• Proficiency with immigration case management software is preferred

Benefits

• Eligible for discretionary annual bonus

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health insurance with HSA/FSA options

  • Dental and vision coverage

  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

  • Paid vacation and sick leave

  • Parking or public transportation stipend

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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.