Immigration Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Business development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Immigration Associate Attorney for its Miami office. The role involves handling non-immigrant petitions, green card processes, and advising clients on complex immigration and labor/employment matters.

The candidate must have a JD and experience in immigration law, with Florida bar admission preferred. You will work with attorneys across levels, participate in development activities, and help grow the practice while maintaining ethical standards and client

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in Florida preferred.
• Experience in immigration and labor and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Handle diverse immigration matters including petitions and green card processes.
• Conduct legal research on immigration laws and policies.
• Draft petitions, forms and arguments for visa categories.
• Represent clients at USCIS interviews.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals and staff on complex matters.
• Manage cases from start to finish with supervision as needed.
• Stay updated on immigration law changes and guidance.

Skills

Immigration law

Legal research

Communication

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Associate Attorney for its Miami office. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant immigration matters, collaborating with attorneys across various levels within the Labor, Employment, Benefits, and Immigration Section. The ideal candidate will have experience in employment-based immigration and labor and employment law, with strong academic credentials and research skills. Admission to practice in Florida is preferred.

Duties

• Handle a diverse caseload of immigration matters, including non-immigrant petitions and green card processes.
• Conduct legal research into immigration laws and policies to provide accurate client advice.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative personnel on complex immigration matters.
• Draft legal arguments, forms, and petition packages for various visa categories.
• Manage cases from start to finish with limited supervision.
• Contribute to case strategy and analysis using creative problem-solving skills.
• Represent clients at USCIS interviews.
• Communicate with clients, government agencies, and other parties involved in cases.
• Stay updated on immigration law changes to ensure compliance and strategic advice.
• Assist in business development and client consultations to grow the practice.
• Participate in training programs and professional development opportunities.
• Engage in practice group strategy meetings and team-building events.
• Maintain ethical standards and client confidentiality.
• Keep accurate records of time spent on projects.

Requirements

• Bar admission required; Florida preferred.
• Experience in immigration and labor and employment law.
• Strong academic credentials and research skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Admittance to practice law in the United States.

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of immigration law and practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Engagement in business development and networking activities.