Immigration Associate Attorney - Buffalo or Rochester, NY

CyberCoders; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Am Law 200 firm is seeking an Immigration Associate Attorney for their Rochester or Buffalo office. This role involves providing legal advice on immigration matters, representing clients in court, and preparing legal documents. The ideal candidate will have a JD and at least one year of experience in immigration law. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Pension Plan

Long Term Disability

PTO

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in immigration law and court representation.
• Strong legal writing and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in immigration court and during administrative hearings.
• Draft and prepare legal documents related to employment classifications.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law related to immigration.

Skills

Legal Writing

Research Skills

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Immigration Associate Attorney - Buffalo or Rochester, NY

Immigration Associate Attorney - Buffalo or Rochester, NY

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Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Immigration Associate Attorney

Position Overview

We are an Am Law 200 firm seeking a skilled Immigration Associate Attorney to join our team in either our Rochester or Buffalo office. In this role you will be responsible for supporting our clients in all areas of immigration matters regarding employment, by providing legal advice and navigating complex immigration laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in immigration court and during administrative hearings
• Provide legal advice and guidance on immigration laws and regulations
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including petitions, applications, and briefs related to employment classifications
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law related to immigration
• Assist clients with naturalization and citizenship applications
• Develop strategies for deportation defense and asylum claims
• Negotiate with government agencies on behalf of clients
• Prepare clients for interviews and hearings related to their immigration status
• Stay updated on changes in immigration laws and policies
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Active license to practice in the state of NY
• 1+ years of experience in immigration law and court representation
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in immigration matters
• Demonstrated experience in litigation and negotiation
• Knowledge of naturalization processes and deportation defense
• Ability to handle various immigration cases, including employment status and family immigration
  
  

Benefits

We offer a competitive base ranging from $125,000- $140,000 and comprehensive benefits packages. Packages include Medical, Dental, Vision, flexible spending, 401K, pension plan, long term disability, and PTO.

So, if you are an Immigration Attorney with 1+ years of experience, please apply today!

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For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/12/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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