Business Immigration Associate (2 years)

100 Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 PTO days + Federal holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision + FSA & HSA

401K with company matching

Job summary

Fragomen is seeking a Business Immigration Associate in San Francisco to join a collaborative, client‑focused team. You will develop case strategies, counsel clients, and manage non‑immigrant and immigrant filings with experienced colleagues.

You must hold a U.S. JD or LLM, be admitted to a US state bar, and have 2–3 years of relevant Associate experience, with excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• U.S. JD or LLM required.
• Member of a US State bar or Washington DC bar association.
• 2–3 years of experience at Associate level.
• Expanded practical understanding of immigration law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and fluent prose; avoid AI for drafting.
• Dedication to exceptional client service.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Develop an expert-level understanding of client base and practice areas.
• Develop case strategies: researching, drafting, reviewing, counseling clients, initiating cases.
• Identify and solve escalations and underperformance.
• Communicate regularly with clients and foreign nationals about procedures and strategy.
• Support clients in program management and compliance.
• Assess eligibility for non-immigrant and immigrant visa status.
• Prepare petitions and applications with client teams for government submission.
• Draft and prepare letters and legal documents based on precedents.
• Conduct research to support client requests and projects.
• Proactively communicate with clients within SLAs and team protocols.
• Mentor junior Associates and staff; share immigration knowledge.
• Seek and implement process improvements for quality and efficiency.
• Follow firm standards and data entry protocols.

Skills

Client communication

Detail orientation

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

U.S. JD or LLM

State Bar Admission (US/DC)

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Develop case strategies, including researching, drafting, reviewing, counseling clients and triaging initiations.
• Identify and solve escalations and areas of underperformance.
• Regularly communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural, case processing issues, and case strategy.
• Support clients in immigration program management and compliance.
• 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.
• 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.
• Directly or indirectly supervise junior Associates and other staff, providing mentoring and coaching while proactively sharing immigration knowledge and expertise.
• Regularly seek out and implement opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization with processes, products, or services.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and effectively implement guidance and direction offered by supervisors and experienced colleagues.
• 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.
• Ensure self and team follow documented firm standards and policy to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• U.S. JD or LLM required
• Member of a US State bar or Washington DC bar association
• 2-3 years of experience at Associate level
• Expanded practical 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
• 401K plan, with company matching

Compensation:

The salary range for this role reflects a variety of factors considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, work location, work arrangement, licensure and certifications, and applicable laws. Placement within the range will vary based on these factors, and compensation decisions are made to ensure internal equity and alignment with market data. A reasonable and good-faith estimate of the current salary range for individuals able to work a hybrid schedule in the office locally is: $144,000.00 - $180,000.00 You may also be eligible to take advantage of our benefits offering, 401K, and paid time off plans. 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.

Company Overview:

Fragomen is the leading global immigration law firm with more than 6,000 professionals in nearly 70 offices across the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific, delivering services in over 170 countries.

Ranked on both the Am Law 100 and Am Law Global 100, the firm is widely recognized for its leadership in immigration law and commitment to fostering a culture where diverse attorneys thrive and all individuals have equal opportunities to succeed.

Fragomen helps corporations and individuals navigate the complexities of global mobility and provides end‑to‑end support across the immigration lifecycle, from strategic planning and policy design to compliance, government investigations, litigation and more.

The firm combines legal acumen and advanced digital capabilities to simplify global mobility and deliver smarter, faster and more adaptive solutions via a suite of technology brands—including Nomadic, its business travel platform that enables real‑time compliance, WorkRight, its multi‑jurisdictional employment verification software and Simple Citizen, a digital solution designed to streamline the pathway to U.S. citizenship.

Diversity and Inclusion:

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.

We believe there is more to success in business than generating profit—we want to do well by doing good. We are committed to considering the impact that our business decisions have on our people, our planet, the communities in which we work and our clients.

Fragomen is focused on sustainability in our business operations and practices—and we know there is much work to be done, with countless opportunities available to minimize our impact on the environment.

Well‑being. We are committed to implementing firmwide initiatives that support the health and wellness of our people, including programs to address work‑life balance and benefits that cover a wide range of well‑being needs of all employees.

Our #FragomenWorks program provides the ability to be successful at home or in the office, via Hybrid & Remote work arrangements. Our Feedback Works process includes three managerial check‑ins per year to help you progress in your career. Unique learning programs like: Fragomen Academy, Leadership Academy, Practical Management Academy, and Regional Development Conferences.