Immigration Attorney

Maimone Legal; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Maimone Legal is seeking a dynamic Immigration Attorney specializing in E-2 and EB-5 visas to guide international clients through U.S. immigration pathways.

The role combines litigation and advisory work with estate planning and securities law considerations. You will draft memos, petitions, affidavits, and supporting documents, and coordinate with financial advisors and regional centers to ensure investment compliance.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission.
• Proven experience handling E-2 and EB-5 visa cases end-to-end.
• Strong immigration law knowledge with related areas exposure (estate planning, securities, family law).
• Proficiency with Westlaw or LexisNexis for legal research.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on E-2 and EB-5 visa requirements and prepare documentation.
• Conduct legal research on immigration policies affecting investor visas.
• Draft memos, petitions, affidavits, and supporting documents.
• Manage client communications and interview preparation guidance.
• Collaborate with financial advisors, regional centers, and business entities to ensure compliance.
• Assist with related matters such as estate planning and securities law considerations.
• Support administrative processes and maintain organized case files.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Client communication

Legal research

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Active bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Immigration Attorney specializing in E-2 and EB-5 investor visas to join our dedicated legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to guide international clients through complex immigration pathways, helping them realize their investment and business ambitions in the United States. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in immigration law, complemented by expertise in related legal fields such as estate planning, securities law, and litigation, ensuring comprehensive support for clients’ diverse needs. Join us to make a meaningful impact by facilitating investment-driven immigration processes while advancing your legal career in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Duties

• Advise clients on E-2 treaty investor visas and EB-5 immigrant investor visa requirements, preparing and reviewing all necessary documentation for submission.
• Conduct thorough legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw to stay current on immigration policies, regulations, and case law affecting investor visas.
• Draft detailed legal memos, petitions, affidavits, and supporting documents with precision and clarity to strengthen each case.
• Manage client communications efficiently, providing updates on application status and guiding clients through interview preparation and compliance procedures.
• Collaborate with financial advisors, regional centers, and business entities to ensure investment compliance and eligibility criteria are met.
• Assist with related legal matters such as estate planning, family law issues, or securities law considerations that may impact visa eligibility or client interests.
• Support the firm’s legal administrative processes by maintaining organized case files, tracking deadlines, and preparing reports for internal review.

Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar admission in relevant jurisdictions.
• Proven experience handling E-2 and EB-5 visa cases from start to finish with successful outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of immigration law principles, including the latest policies affecting investor visas.
• Familiarity with related legal areas such as estate planning, securities law, landlord-tenant law, family law, tribal regulations, patent law, environmental law, workers’ compensation law, personal injury law, litigation procedures, and legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive legal research and produce well-written legal documents with excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional negotiation skills combined with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Prior experience working in a law office environment with proficiency in legal drafting and administrative tasks essential for managing multiple cases efficiently. Join us to leverage your expertise in immigration law while expanding your skills across multiple legal disciplines! We’re committed to fostering a vibrant work environment where your talent can thrive as you help clients achieve their investment goals through expert legal guidance.