Immigration Associate Writing-Intensive

BCG Attorney Search; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Dental & vision

Life insurance

401K

Paid time off

Parking allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Immigration Associate to join the Detroit, MI office. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience in immigration law and an interest in writing-intensive cases.

The role offers the flexibility to work remotely two days per week in a full-time capacity. Responsibilities include leading writing-intensive matters such as RFE responses, NIWs, and O-1/EB-1 petitions, preparing filings to USCIS and other agencies, and collaborating with attorneys, paralegals,

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in immigration law.
• Active bar membership in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills.
• High-level attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoyment and proficiency in creative writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead writing-intensive matters, including RFE responses, NIWs, O-1/EB-1 petitions, and J-1 waiver applications.
• Prepare and submit filings to USCIS and other government agencies.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
• Complete and review forms, applications, and supporting documentation.
• Gather facts and evidence to support client applications and other immigration matters.

Skills

Writing-heavy immigration work

Advocacy

Research

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Associate with 1+ years of experience to join its Detroit, MI office. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in immigration law and experience in writing-intensive immigration cases. This full-time position offers the flexibility to work remotely two days per week.

Duties

• Lead writing-intensive matters, including RFE responses, NIWs, O-1/EB-1 petitions, and J-1 waiver applications.
• Prepare and submit filings to USCIS and other government agencies.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
• Complete and review forms, applications, and supporting documentation.
• Gather facts and evidence to support client applications and other immigration matters.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in immigration law.
• Active bar membership in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• 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.
• Enjoyment and proficiency in creative writing.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing.

Skills

• Extensive experience with writing-intensive immigration cases.
• Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills.
• High-level attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced 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.