Business Immigration Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Palo Alto (CA); Remote; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Palo Alto is seeking a Business Immigration Associate Attorney to manage a diverse caseload of immigration petitions. This fully remote position requires legal proficiency and strong client communication skills, making it ideal for a motivated attorney looking to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Firm-wide profit-sharing opportunities

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

Generous paid time off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays

401(k) with employer matching

Health Savings Account (HSA) option

Regular professional development and team-building events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in business immigration law.
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state or jurisdiction.
• Proficiency with employment-based petitions required.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment-based immigration cases including O-1, H-1B, and EB-1 petitions.
• Advise clients on immigration options and draft petition packages.
• Communicate with clients to collect documents and provide updates.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical reasoning

Immigration case assessment

Document drafting

Legal research

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

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, offered through a recruiting partner, 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:

Handle a range of employment-based immigration cases including O-1, H-1B, L-1, E-2, EB-1, PERM, and NIW petitions

Advise clients on immigration options, strategies, compliance issues, and documentation requirements

Draft, review, and finalize petition packages, legal correspondence, and supporting documentation

Communicate regularly with clients to collect documents, provide updates, and answer questions

Conduct initial consultations and ongoing case meetings with clients

Coordinate with paralegals and legal support staff to ensure timely and accurate filings

Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and draft appeals or agency correspondence as needed

Monitor evolving immigration regulations, trends, and policy developments

Requirements:

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

Strong written and oral communication skills

High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Technologically proficient, with familiarity in case management software (INSZoom strongly preferred)

Client-centric approach and strong interpersonal skills

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