Immigration Attorney

Soni; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Soni Resources is seeking a Temporary/Contract Immigration Attorney to provide legal counsel and manage employment-based immigration matters with minimal supervision. The role requires handling H-1B and L-1 visa matters and translating complex immigration law into practical guidance for clients and junior colleagues.

You will serve as a trusted advisor, communicating complex issues clearly to diverse audiences while mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• JD required.
• Active membership in a State Bar.
• 3–4 years of immigration law experience, including H-1B and L-1 visa matters.
• Strong understanding of U.S. immigration law and ability to communicate complex issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment-based immigration matters focusing on H-1B and L-1 cases with minimal supervision.
• Apply immigration law, regulations and precedents to client matters and develop effective strategies.
• Advise clients on complex immigration issues and communicate recommendations to diverse audiences.

Skills

Legal analysis

Client communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Soni Resources is partnered with a global law firm on their search for a Temporary/Contract Immigration Attorney. This individual will be providing legal counsel and managing employment-based immigration matters with minimal supervision. This role requires strong experience handling H-1B and L-1 visa matters, applying immigration law and legal precedents to complex client situations while developing practical and creative solutions. The attorney also serves as a trusted advisor to clients and junior colleagues, effectively communicating complex legal issues to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities:

• Manage employment-based immigration matters, with a focus on H-1B and L-1 cases, while operating with minimal supervision.
• Apply immigration law, regulations, and legal precedents to client matters and develop effective legal strategies and solutions.
• Advise clients on complex immigration issues and clearly communicate recommendations to a variety of audiences.
• Serve as a senior member of the client team, delivering high-quality legal support and guidance.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues by sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices while contributing to the overall business objectives of the practice.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Juris Doctor (JD) required.
• Active membership in a State Bar.
• 3 to 4 years of immigration law experience, including required H-1B and L-1 visa experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. immigration law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop creative solutions.

Compensation: $44-$52/hr.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.