Business Immigration Associate (1st year)

100 Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 PTO days + Federal holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

FSA & HSA plans

401(k) plan

Job summary

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP is seeking a Business Immigration Associate in Phoenix, Arizona. This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic, team-oriented environment focusing on immigration issues. Candidates should have a U.S. JD or LLM and ideally up to 2 years of experience.

The position requires strong communication, analytical skills, and dedication to exceptional client service. Employees enjoy generous PTO, medical benefits, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience at Associate level.
• Academic understanding of immigration law.
• Dedication to exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Develop an expert-level understanding of your client base.
• Assess eligibility of corporate foreign national employees.
• Prepare petitions and applications for non-immigrant and immigrant visa.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment

Education

U.S. JD or LLM

Member of a U.S. State bar or Washington DC bar association

Job description

A career as a Business Immigration Associate at Fragomen gives you the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated and diverse peer group. Fragomen focuses exclusively on immigration, providing a dynamic and challenging environment for talented professionals who share a passion for immigration. Working in a collegial, team‑oriented setting, associates learn from industry‑leading experts and benefit from cutting‑edge technology and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop an expert‑level understanding of your client base, the industries you support, and the firm’s practice areas and services
• Assess eligibility of corporate foreign national employees for non‑immigrant and immigrant visa status
• Prepare petitions and applications for submission to government agencies for non‑immigrant and immigrant foreign national employees
• Draft and prepare letters and legal documents based on established precedents
• Conduct research to support client requests and projects
• Supervise paralegal staff in record keeping and document preparation
• Learn and effectively implement guidance and direction offered by supervisors and experienced colleagues
• Communicate promptly with clients within SLAs and team protocols, responding in a precise, efficient, thoughtful, and organized manner
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues, share information, and support client projects
• Support clients in immigration program management and compliance
• Use firm technology accurately and in line with team and client protocols, ensuring accurate and complete data entry
• Actively contribute to team meetings and firm‑wide activities
• Serve as a source of advice and training to more junior colleagues, sharing immigration knowledge and expertise
• Ensure compliance with documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and support regulatory and client compliance
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• U.S. JD or LLM required
• Member of a U.S. State bar or Washington DC bar association
• 0‑2 years of experience at Associate level
• Academic understanding of immigration law
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proofread documents, draft fluent prose, and avoid grammatical mistakes without the aid of AI engines
• Dedication to exceptional client service
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment with competing demands
• Ability to contribute to a positive work environment

Benefits

• 27 PTO days + Federal holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• FSA & HSA plans
• 401(k) plan

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.