Associate

Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP.; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with firm match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

FSA

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP is seeking an Associate with 4+ years of experience in employment-based immigration matters. You will join a high-volume corporate practice handling H-1B, L-1, TN and PERM matters, with the opportunity to lead a team of paralegals and junior associates and maintain relationships with corporate clients.

The role offers a hybrid/remote work arrangement based out of Philadelphia, NYC, or DC, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission required.
• 4+ years of employment-based immigration experience.
• Familiarity with H-1B, L-1, TN and PERM filings.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients and oversee a high-volume employment-based immigration practice.
• Prepare petitions and applications, assess eligibility and gather supporting evidence.
• Draft H-1B, L-1, TN, and PERM filings and respond to RFEs.
• Manage client relationships and coordinate with corporate clients.
• Delegate and supervise junior staff and paralegals.
• Contribute to process improvements for the team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Client focus

Multi-tasking

Education

J.D. degree from a U.S. law school

Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Office

Immigration case management software

Job description

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Associate

Full Time- Hybrid/Remote Philadelphia, PA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1063

Salary Range: $145,000.00 To $165,000.00 Annually

Title: Associate

Reports to: Partner

Salary Range:$145,000 - $165,000, commensurate with experience.

Location(s):Open to fully remote or hybrid work based out of our Philadelphia, New York City, or Washington, D.C. offices

Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP is seeking an associate with 4+ years of experience in employment-based immigration law matters. You will join our higher volume corporate practice, emphasizing H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM matters, adjustment of status applications with the opportunity to lead a team of paralegals and junior associates and manage relationships with corporate clients.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Counsel clients and oversee high-volume of employment-based immigration cases including immigrant and non-immigrant cases with USCIS, DOL, and the Department of State.
• Prepare immigration petitions and applications, including assessing eligibility, analyzing relevant legal issues, and developing evidence.
• Draft, review and/or revise H-1B, L-1, and TN and other petitions/applications, PERM Labor Certification audit responses and complex RFEs for filing with the USCIS.
• Draft persuasive correspondence to relevant administrative agencies and respond to requests for evidence.
• Conduct PERM cycle placement and reduction-in-force analyses to support client workforce planning.
• Conduct in depth research to support cases and projects with large corporate clients.
• Develop expert level understanding of your client base and industries that you support.
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues, share information and support client projects.
• Communicate regularly with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural, case processing issues and case strategy.
• Support clients in immigration program management and compliance.
• Delegate and supervise the work of junior associates and paralegal staff in record keeping and document preparation.
• Contribute to the development of practice processes to ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school
• Bar admission
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain a client-friendly focus
• Willingness to learn and take on added responsibilities
• Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team
• Ability to edit work of paralegals and support staff
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience with immigration-specific case management software a plus

What We offer:

• A collaborative, inclusive team that values mentorship and growth
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with firm match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Corporate wellness benefit

AAP/EEO Statement
Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Other Duties
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