Business Immigration Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Hayward (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a Business Immigration Associate Attorney to support clients in technology and biotech sectors. This role involves managing diverse immigration cases, providing high-quality legal guidance, and collaborating in a fully remote environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and technical expertise, thriving in a fast-paced setting. With opportunities for professional development and a generous benefits package, this position offers a fulfilling career path for those passionate about immigration law and client service.

Benefits

Firm-wide profit-sharing opportunities

100% employer-covered health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) option

401(k) with employer matching

Legal support services

Generous paid time off (PTO)

12 paid holidays

Regular professional development and team-building events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in business immigration law.
• Proficiency with employment-based petitions including O-1, EB-1, NIW, and PERM.

Responsibilities

• Handle a range of employment-based immigration cases including O-1, H-1B, and L-1 petitions.
• Advise clients on immigration options, strategies, compliance issues, and documentation.

Skills

Legal writing and analytical reasoning

Immigration case assessment and strategic planning

Document drafting and legal research

Efficient digital communication and virtual client management

Time and case management in high-volume legal environments

Team collaboration and cross-functional coordination

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Tools

INSZoom

Job description

Job Title:
Business Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Palo Alto, CA, is actively seeking a Business Immigration Associate Attorney to support corporate and individual clients, particularly within the technology, biotech, fintech, and related sectors. This position involves managing a diverse caseload of nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions while delivering high-quality legal guidance in a remote setting. The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and client-centered communication skills to a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Duties:

1. Handle a range of employment-based immigration cases including O-1, H-1B, L-1, E-2, EB-1, PERM, and NIW petitions
2. Advise clients on immigration options, strategies, compliance issues, and documentation requirements
3. Draft, review, and finalize petition packages, legal correspondence, and supporting documentation
4. Communicate regularly with clients to collect documents, provide updates, and answer questions
5. Conduct initial consultations and ongoing case meetings with clients
6. Coordinate with paralegals and legal support staff to ensure timely and accurate filings
7. Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and draft appeals or agency correspondence as needed
8. Monitor evolving immigration regulations, trends, and policy developments

Requirements:

1. Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in business immigration law
2. Proficiency with employment-based petitions, including O-1, EB-1, NIW, and PERM
3. Strong written and oral communication skills
4. High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
5. Technologically proficient, with familiarity in case management software (INSZoom strongly preferred)
6. Client-centric approach and strong interpersonal skills
7. Comfortable working in a fully remote and fast-paced legal environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state or jurisdiction

Skills:

• Legal writing and analytical reasoning
• Immigration case assessment and strategic planning
• Document drafting and legal research
• Efficient digital communication and virtual client management
• Time and case management in high-volume legal environments
• Team collaboration and cross-functional coordination

Job Location:

• Palo Alto, CA (Remote work available)

Firm-wide profit-sharing opportunities

100% employer-covered health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) option

401(k) with employer matching

Legal support services

Generous paid time off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays

Fully remote work environment

Regular professional development and team-building events

Company info

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