Employment-Based Immigration Attorney (EB-1/2/3)

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site team in San Diego

Job summary

Our client, Crawford Thomas Recruiting, is seeking an Employment-Based Immigration Attorney for its San Diego office. The role focuses on EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions, with a strong emphasis on PERM labor certifications and I-140 filings.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience and are proficient in NIW petitions when applicable. This is a collaborative, on-site position tied to a dynamic immigration practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active California bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years in employment-based immigration law.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment-based green card matters including EB-1/2/3 petitions.
• Prepare and file PERM Labor Certification applications.
• Draft and file I-140 Immigrant Petitions.
• Prepare NIW petitions when applicable.
• Advise corporate clients on immigration strategies.
• Draft support letters and petition briefs, respond to RFEs/NOIDs.
• Coordinate with HR and corporate stakeholders; monitor priority dates.

Job description

• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $200,000, based on experience and case volume capability
• Professional growth opportunity within a specialized immigration law practice
• Collaborative, on-site team environment in San Diego, CA
  
  

Employment-Based Immigration Attorney

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $200,000, based on experience and case volume capability
• Professional growth opportunity within a specialized immigration law practice
• Collaborative, on-site team environment in San Diego, CA
  
  

Job Summary

An established immigration law firm is seeking an experienced Employment-Based Immigration Attorney to join its San Diego office.

This position focuses exclusively on employment-based immigrant visa matters, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience managing PERM labor certifications and I-140 petitions from initiation through final adjudication.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage employment-based green card matters, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions.
• Prepare and file PERM Labor Certification applications.
• Draft and file I-140 Immigrant Petitions.
• Prepare National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, when applicable.
• Advise corporate clients on employment-based immigration strategies.
• Draft legal support letters and detailed petition briefs.
• Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs).
• Work directly with HR representatives and corporate stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and USCIS regulations.
• Monitor priority dates and assist with adjustment of status strategy.
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing (California preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of employment-based immigration law experience.
• Demonstrated experience with:
• PERM Labor Certifications
• I-140 Immigrant Petitions
• EB-1 Petitions
• EB-2 Petitions (NIW experience preferred)
• EB-3 Petitions
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience advising corporate clients is preferred.
  
  

About The Company

Our client is a well-established immigration law firm dedicated exclusively to employment-based immigration. They help employers hire and retain top global talent while guiding foreign nationals through the employment-based green card process. Their team combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, providing strategic immigration solutions that support both businesses and individuals navigating complex U.S. immigration laws.

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