Business Immigration Associate (1st year)

Fragomen; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 PTO days + Federal holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401K plan

Job summary

Fragomen seeks a Business Immigration Associate to join our immigration practice in the United States. You will work with a diverse team to manage non-immigrant and immigrant visa matters for corporate clients.

As an associate, you will draft petitions, supervise paralegals, conduct legal research, and advise clients while ensuring compliance with firm standards and SLAs. The role emphasizes client service, attention to detail, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• U.S. JD or LLM is required.
• Must be a member of a US state bar or DC bar.
• 0-2 years of Associate-level experience.
• Solid understanding of immigration law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proofreading and drafting.
• Dedication to exceptional client service.
• Meticulous with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Develop an expert understanding of client base and services.
• Assess eligibility for non-immigrant and immigrant visa status.
• Prepare petitions and applications with client mobility personnel.
• Draft letters and legal documents based on precedents.
• Conduct research to support client requests.
• Supervise paralegal staff in record keeping and document preparation.
• Implement guidance from supervisors and experienced colleagues.
• Communicate with clients within SLAs and team protocols.
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues and support projects.
• Support clients in immigration program management and compliance.
• Use firm technology accurately and data entry compliance.
• Contribute to team meetings and firmwide activities.
• Mentor junior colleagues with immigration knowledge.
• Follow firm standards to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Academic immigration law

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Client service

Team collaboration

Legal eligibility

Education

US JD or LLM

Member of a US state bar or DC bar

Job description

Job Description

About the Role:

A career as a Business Immigration Associate at Fragomen gives you the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated and diverse peer group. Our exclusive focus on immigration means you will practice in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging environment with talented individuals who share your passion for immigration. Working in a collegial, team-oriented environment, Fragomen Associates learn from the industry’s leading experts. Our unwavering dedication to excellence and industry best practices is bolstered by cutting-edge technological innovation, enhancing the experience for both our clients and our exceptional staff.

How will you make a difference as an Associate at Fragomen?

• Develop an expert-level understanding of your client base and the industries you support as well as the firm’s practice areas and services provided.
• Assess eligibility of corporate foreign national employees for non-immigrant and immigrant visa status.
• Work with client global mobility personnel to prepare petitions and applications for submission to government agencies for non-immigrant and immigrant foreign national employees.
• Draft and prepare letters and legal documents, typically based on established precedents.
• Conduct research to support client requests and projects.
• Supervise the work of paralegal staff in record keeping and document preparation.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and effectively implement guidance and direction offered by supervisors and experienced colleagues.
• Proactively communicate with clients, within SLAs/team protocols and with a precise, efficient, thoughtful, and organized response.
• 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 is entered.
• Actively contribute to team meetings and firmwide activities.
• Act as a source of advice and training to more junior colleagues, proactively sharing immigration knowledge and expertise.
• Ensure self and team follow documented firm standards and policy to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance.
• Other duties as required.

Leverage your valuable skills and experience to make an impact at Fragomen:

• U.S. JD or LLM required
• Member of a US State bar or Washington DC bar association
• 0-2 years of experience at Associate level
• An 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:

At Fragomen, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits which includes:

• 27 PTO days + Federal holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
• 401K plan

Learn More About Fragomen:

Please take time to read About Us, explore the Meaningful and Impactful Work we do for our clients, and review the standard Benefits we offer. You can find all the material to the right of this page.

All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI‑assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision‑making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.