We are looking for an Attorney/Lawyer to join a team in a contract position with the potential to convert to a longer-term opportunity. This role focuses on business immigration matters and is well suited for an attorney who can manage a varied caseload, advise corporate clients, and deliver thoughtful legal support in a fast-moving environment. The position requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to balance client service with accuracy and compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Manage employment-based immigration matters from initiation through filing, using sound legal judgment to guide case strategy and next steps.
- Evaluate employees for available nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options and recommend practical pathways based on business needs.
- Prepare, review, and refine petitions, applications, support letters, and related legal documents for submission to government agencies.
- Communicate directly with corporate stakeholders and employees to address procedural questions, status updates, and case-specific concerns.
- Conduct legal and factual research to support client requests, resolve escalated issues, and strengthen case preparation.
- Collaborate with global mobility contacts and internal colleagues to maintain program compliance, improve service delivery, and keep matters moving efficiently.
- Provide guidance and day-to-day support to entry-level team members, including sharing knowledge, reviewing work product, and encouraging career development.
- Maintain complete and accurate case information in firm systems while following established protocols, service expectations, and risk controls.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school or equivalent legal credential required.
- Active membership in at least one state bar or bar association required.
- At least 1 year of legal experience, with 2 to 3 years in an associate-level role preferred.
- Demonstrated background in business immigration, including employment-based immigration matters.
- Ability to draft high-quality legal documents, correspondence, motions, and briefing materials with strong attention to grammar and detail.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a consistent commitment to high-quality client service.
- Must be a licensed attorney and able to confirm that no concurrent legal work is being performed.