US Business Immigration Attorney

Vialto; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and remote work options

Job summary

Vialto is seeking a managing attorney to lead client engagements, provide strategic U.S. immigration counsel, and help grow the practice. You will collaborate with attorneys, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver exceptional outcomes.

This role blends deep legal expertise with people leadership, operational oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives, mentoring teammates and shaping the future of our immigration practice through innovation and a client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of U.S. business immigration experience including H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM and status adjustments.
• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state or the District of Columbia.
• Experience leading client relationships and supervising attorneys in a high-volume immigration setting.
• Strong ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. business immigration client engagements, ensuring timely, accurate, high-quality services and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as trusted advisor to corporate clients and foreign national employees, translating complex concepts into practical solutions.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on immigration matters including H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM, and status adjustments.
• Coach and mentor attorneys and analysts, promoting collaboration and professional development.
• Foster strong client relationships through meetings, regulatory updates, and tailored strategic guidance.
• Drive operational excellence with process improvements, data-driven decisions, and technology adoption.

Skills

Client leadership

Strategic immigration counsel

Legal expertise

Project management

Team leadership

Tools

myMobility app

Job description

• San Diego, CA

Join the leader in global work. Vialto helps leading organizations identify, develop, and execute their workforce priorities with confidence. Our practice areas include global tax, immigration, rewards, advisory and Vialto private, and our team is the gold standard in navigating the complexities of cross-border compliance, and workforce strategies. We look for people our clients and assignees can count on to thoughtfully deliver clear solutions to complex problems.

To be the best in the business, we cultivate a dynamic, highly collaborative culture that fuels the growth of our people. We invite you to inquire boldly, learn deeply, and grow endlessly with us. You'll work alongside recognized experts, shaping people-first, technology-driven solutions that drive the future of work. We help our clients achieve their goals and imagine new possibilities. And we can do the same for you. Whatever your aspirations, Vialto can help you find your way.

Job Description

As a managing attorney within Vialto Law, you will lead client engagements, provide strategic immigration counsel, and help drive the development of our people, processes, and services. You will serve as a trusted advisor to multinational organizations navigating complex U.S. immigration matters, while partnering closely with attorneys, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver exceptional client outcomes.

This role combines deep legal expertise with people leadership, operational oversight, client relationship management, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will play a key role in mentoring team members, promoting collaboration, and helping shape the future of our immigration practice through innovation and strategic thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. business immigration client engagements, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality legal services while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and firm standards.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to corporate clients and foreign national employees by translating complex immigration concepts into practical business solutions and risk-mitigation strategies.
• Provide subject matter expertise on employment-based immigration matters, including H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM, employment-based immigrant petitions, and adjustment of status applications.
• Manage, coach, and mentor attorneys, analysts, and other team members through training, performance feedback, knowledge-sharing, and professional development initiatives.
• Foster strong client relationships by leading meetings, advising on regulatory developments, addressing escalations, and delivering strategic guidance tailored to client objectives.
• Drive operational excellence through process improvements, technology adoption, reporting, and data-driven decision-making to enhance efficiency, consistency, and client experience.
• Contribute to the growth of the practice through thought leadership, business development initiatives, internal collaboration, and promotion of Vialto Law's values of empathy, accountability, integrity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of U.S. business immigration experience, including H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM, employment-based immigrant petitions, and adjustment of status filings.
• Licensed and admitted to practice law in any U.S. state or the District of Columbia.
• Experience leading client relationships and supervising attorneys, analysts, or other legal professionals in a high-volume immigration environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, oversee complex legal matters, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and stakeholder-management skills, with a commitment to developing and supporting team members.
• Interest in leveraging technology, data analytics, and innovation to improve legal service delivery and client outcomes.
• Familiarity with project management approaches and a collaborative, adaptable work style.
• Committed to continuous learning, with an openness to using tools such as Vialto's myMobility mobile app and staying informed through platforms such as Mobility Moments.

Additional Information

• Location: United States
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid and remote opportunities available, depending on candidate location and business needs
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular Employment
• Salary Range: $140,000 - $166,000

Available Hybrid Office Locations

• Atlanta, GA
• Boston, MA
• Campbell, CA
• Manhattan, NY
• San Diego, CA
• Seattle, WA

Remote Opportunities Available In

• California, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, years of relevant experience, level of education, and overall qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

Please note: AI technology may be used to support aspects of the application process.

Life at Vialto

Vialto is unstoppable when we work together in a culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive. We encourage employees to bring their true selves and share their unique talents and expertise to positively impact the communities we serve.

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