Immigration Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA

Short-term and long-term disability 보험

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Detroit, MI seeks an Immigration Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to handle employment-based immigration matters, including H-1Bs, PERMs, I-140s, AOS, L-1s, and TNs. The role emphasizes client counseling and collaboration with corporate teams.

The attorney will serve as primary contact for corporate clients, review petitions prepared by paralegals, draft RFEs, and participate in client meetings and reviews. JD required and bar admission in any U.S.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in immigration law.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal and strategic point of contact for assigned corporate clients.
• Communicate case strategies, timelines, and government requirements.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and immigration program reviews.
• Review employment-based immigration petitions and applications prepared by paralegals.
• Draft legal support letters and responses to RFEs.
• Lead regular client status calls, planning discussions, and escalations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Legal research & writing

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Bar admission in any U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience for its Detroit, MI office. The ideal candidate will have a background in employment-based immigration, including H-1Bs, PERMs, I-140s, AOS, L-1s, and TNs, and a willingness to handle various immigration matters.

Duties

• Serve as the primary legal and strategic point of contact for assigned corporate clients.
• Communicate case strategies, timelines, and government requirements.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and immigration program reviews.
• Review employment-based immigration petitions and applications prepared by paralegals.
• Draft legal support letters and responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
• Lead regular client status calls, planning discussions, and escalations.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in immigration law.
• Experience advising clients directly on immigration matters.
• Ability to assist clients with the preparation of petitions and applications for USCIS.
• Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills.
• High-level attention to detail and strong academic credentials.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in any U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.