Associate Attorney (Business Immigration)

Weaver Schlenger LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Commuter checks

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Weaver Schlenger LLP seeks an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of business immigration experience to join our fast-paced, boutique immigration law firm in San Francisco. The role involves handling a diverse caseload of NIV and IV petitions, advising employers, and training support staff in a collaborative, equity-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will be proficient with technology to create efficiencies, and will share our commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and broad expertise

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited institution.
• Active license to practice law in any state.
• 2-4 years of business immigration legal experience.
• Direct, hands-on experience with NIV and IV petitions, including PERM.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in legal work, client service and embracing technology to create efficiencies.
• A positive attitude and passion to serve the immigration community.

Responsibilities

• Handle high case volume, including preparation of well-documented, accurate, and approvable nonimmigrant visa and permanent residency filings.
• Counsel employers on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options for employees and educate managers/recruiters involved in the process.
• Respond to clients promptly with clear legal and practical case guidance on questions.
• Manage multiple growing corporate client accounts and provide reports and training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Legal writing

Client counseling

Education

JD from an accredited institution

Active license to practice law in any state

Job description

Weaver Schlenger LLP is looking for an Associate Attorney with a minimum of 2 years of business immigration experience to join our fast-paced and welcoming boutique business immigration law firm

that prizes excellence, continuous learning, and broad expertise in immigration law. Our attorneys work on both nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions because we believe this comprehensive knowledge is critical to providing sound legal advice. Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload of Hs, Ls, TNs, Os, ORs, PERMs, I-140s and AOS for a variety of clients; training and overseeing the work of paralegals and support staff; managing growing corporate client accounts; and participating in aspects of firm management as well as business development. We seek a technologically proficient and curious business immigration attorney who is eager to learn, adept at handling a high case volume, and skilled at promptly distilling complex legal concepts into clear, understandable and practical advice.

At Weaver Schlenger LLP, we take our firm values seriously and seek an Associate Attorney who shares these values. Candidates for this position should prioritize equity, justice and accountability; and be committed to a collaborative work culture as all people and identities belong at Weaver Schlenger.

Position Duties:

• Handle high case volume, including the preparation of well-documented, accurate, and approvable nonimmigrant visa and permanent residency filings;
• Strategize with various and diverse employers on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options for employees, which includes counseling on best practices and educating the managers/recruiters who are involved in the immigration process;
• Oversee and send prompt, accurate, and easily understandable responses to clients on both legal and practical case questions; and
• Manage multiple fast-growing corporate client accounts, including providing counsel on all aspects of the client’s immigration function, as well as providing reports and training.

Required Education and Experience:

• JD from an accredited institution
• Active license to practice law in any state
• 2-4 years of business immigration legal experience
• Direct, hands-on experience working on various NIV and IV petitions, including PERM
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in legal work, client service and embracing technology to create efficiencies that serve the client
• A positive attitude and passion to serve the immigration community

At Weaver Schlenger, we have a hybrid work model with a combination of working at least two days a week in-person at our San Francisco office and up to three days work-from home. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, commuter checks, 401k plan, paid time off, sick leave, paid holidays, and eligibility for discretionary bonuses.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary DOE: $105,000 - $120,000 per year
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth, development and mentoring
• Meaningful work that impacts individuals, employers and families
• Benefits that include medical, dental and 401(k)