Immigration Staff Attorney

Gunster; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A leading law firm in Miami is seeking a mid-senior level Immigration Staff Attorney to join their established team focused on business immigration. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of experience in employment-based immigration law, particularly with non-immigrant classifications. Strong analytical and writing skills, along with proficiency in Spanish, are preferred. The firm offers a supportive environment and excellent benefits including medical and vision insurance, a 401(k), and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Seven-plus years of full-time experience practicing employment-based/corporate immigration law.
• Strong understanding of non-immigrant classifications like H-1B, L-1A/L-1B, E-2, J-1, O-1.
• Background responding to RFEs.
• Firm grasp of business immigration policy and understanding of the PERM labor certification process.

Responsibilities

• Client-facing role supporting Shareholder/Client Team.
• Possess strong analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask in a busy practice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish

Creative mindset

Curiosity

Education

Excellent academic background

Job description

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About the Company

Gunster, Florida’s Law Firm for Leaders, is celebrating its 100th year and is one of Florida's largest commercial law firms - with more than 320 attorneys in 13 offices across the state. Gunster is consistently recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Florida and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About the Role

Gunster is seeking a Staff Attorney interested in working with the firm’s business immigration practice in Miami. This is a non-shareholder track opportunity to join an established team of eleven attorneys in a growing and sophisticated national and international immigration practice at one of Florida’s largest and most well-regarded law firms.

Responsibilities

• Client-facing, non-shareholder track role requiring seven-plus (7+) years of full-time experience practicing employment-based / corporate immigration law.
• Support Shareholder / Client Team.
• Possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of a wide range of non-immigrant classifications including H-1B, L-1A/L-1B, E-2, J-1, O-1, and USMCA/TN.
• Have strong writing skills and a background responding to RFEs.
• Firm grasp of business immigration policy and a strong understanding of the PERM labor certification process as well as EB-1s and National Interest Waivers.
• Background in Employment Eligibility Verification.
• Ability to multitask in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic background.

Required Skills

• Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish preferred.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Creative and curious mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Background responding to RFEs.
• Firm grasp of business immigration policy.
• Understanding of the PERM labor certification process.

The position will start as soon as possible. Please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and one or two writing samples for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave