Immigration Law Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with firm match

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

FSA

Paid vacation and holidays

Corporate wellness

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Immigration Law Associate in New York with over four years of experience in employment-based immigration matters to join our corporate practice. The role offers leadership opportunities to oversee a team and manage corporate client relationships.

The successful candidate will counsel clients, prepare petitions, and supervise junior staff, while contributing to efficient practice processes and client service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission required.
• Prior corporate account management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients and oversee a high volume of employment-based immigration cases.
• Prepare immigration petitions and applications, assessing eligibility and analyzing legal issues.
• Draft and review H-1B, L-1, TN, and other petitions and applications.
• Respond to requests for evidence and draft correspondence to administrative agencies.
• Conduct PERM cycle placement and reduction-in-force analyses.
• Research to support cases and projects with corporate clients.
• Communicate with clients and foreign nationals on case strategy and processing issues.
• Supervise junior associates and paralegal staff in document preparation.
• Contribute to the development of practice processes for efficiency.

Skills

Strong verbal skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Client-focused

Education

J.D. from accredited U.S. law school

Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Office

Immigration case management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Law Associate with over four years of experience in employment-based immigration law matters to join their corporate practice in New York, NY. The role offers the opportunity to lead a team and manage corporate client relationships.

Duties

• Counsel clients and oversee a high volume of employment-based immigration cases.
• Prepare immigration petitions and applications, assessing eligibility and analyzing legal issues.
• Draft and review H-1B, L-1, TN, and other petitions and applications.
• Respond to requests for evidence and draft correspondence to administrative agencies.
• Conduct PERM cycle placement and reduction-in-force analyses.
• Research to support cases and projects with corporate clients.
• Communicate with clients and foreign nationals on case strategy and processing issues.
• Supervise junior associates and paralegal staff in document preparation.
• Contribute to the development of practice processes for efficiency.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission.
• Prior corporate account management experience.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and show initiative.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with immigration-specific case management software is a plus.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission.

Certifications

• Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a client-friendly focus.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with firm match.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Corporate wellness benefit.