Immigration Attorney

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 165,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP seeks an attorney to join the Immigration Practice Group in the Washington, DC office as a non-partnership track salaried attorney. The position is benefits eligible with a target of 1800 billable hours and at least five years of business immigration experience representing clients before DHS, DOS, and DOL.

The successful candidate will handle NIV and IV matters including H-1B, E, L-1, O-1, TN, PERM and EB-1s, EB-2/NIWs, using INSZoom or Tracker, with DC bar membership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a business immigration attorney
• Represents clients before DHS, DOS and DOL
• Handles NIV and IV matters (H-1B, E, L-1, O-1, TN, PERM, EB-1s, EB-2/NIWs)
• Experience with case management software such as INSZoom or Tracker
• DC Bar membership preferred but required within one year of start

Responsibilities

• Join the Immigration Practice Group in the Washington, DC office
• Represent clients before federal agencies (DHS, DOS, DOL)
• Manage a high-volume caseload of NIV and IV immigrant visas
• Deliver clear written and oral advocacy to support cases

Skills

Business immigration experience

High-volume caseload management

Strong written and oral communication

Education

DC Bar admission or eligibility within one year

Tools

INSZoom

Tracker

Job description

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP seeks an attorney to join the Immigration Practice Group in the Washington, DC office as a non-partnership track salaried attorney. An attorney in this position will be benefits eligible and will generally have an expected billable hour goal of 1800 hours. The successful candidate should have at least five years of experience as a business immigration attorney representing clients before DHS, DOS and DOL. Prior experience should include handling a high volume caseload of both NIV and IV matters including H-1B, E, L-1, O-1, TN, PERM and EB-1s, EB-2/NIWs, using case management software such as INSZoom or Tracker, and demonstrating excellent written and oral communication skills. DC bar membership is preferred but, in any event, required within one year of commencing employment. EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant/Veteran/Disability.

At the time of posting, the expected salary range for this position is $165,000 to $250,000. Actual salary offers may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, skill sets, licensure and certifications, practice area, experience, internal equity, and market data. In addition to providing competitive compensation, Hunton Andrews Kurth offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorably to market standards in every region and across the legal industry.