Miller Johnson is seeking an experienced Immigration Law Member to help lead and expand our growing Detroit office. This senior attorney will bring a strong business immigration practice, demonstrated client development success, and a genuine interest in mentoring and developing talent. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and energized by contributing to the firm’s long-term growth in Southeast Michigan.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Office Growth

Serve as a visible leader in the Detroit office, helping shape team culture, engagement, and growth.
Partner with Practice Group and Firm leadership to support strategic expansion of the Detroit market.
Build and strengthen client relationships across industries, identifying opportunities for cross-office and cross-practice collaboration.
Participate in firmwide leadership activities, committees, and strategic planning as appropriate.

Immigration Practice

The successful candidate will maintain a strong immigration practice in one or more of the following areas:

Temporary worker non-immigrant visa petitions including E Visa Treaty Trader/Treaty Investor, H-1B Specialty Occupation Workers, L-1 Intra-company Transfers, O-1 Aliens of Extraordinary Ability, TNs for Canadian and Mexican professionals, and J-1 Exchange Program Visas.
Labor Certification Applications for Permanent Resident Status.
Employment-based permanent resident status petitions for multi-national executives and managers, outstanding researchers and professors, and individuals of extraordinary ability.
Defending employers in enforcement proceedings, including I-9 compliance audits and H-1B public accessible documentation audits.

Mentorship & Talent Development

Provide mentorship and support to associates, counsel, and summer associates in the Immigration Practice Group
Model a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive practice environment.

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Minimum 8-12 years of business immigration.
Demonstrated ability to lead, collaborate, and contribute to office growth.
Strong client-service orientation and excellent communication skills.
Commitment to mentoring junior talent and contributing to a positive office culture.

Culture & Benefits

At Miller Johnson, our culture is anchored in our Core Values and how we work together:

Who We Are

Integrity and Candor – We speak the truth
Down to Earth – We stay humble and real
Grit – We push through and get it done
Committed to Excellence – We raise the bar
Committed to Impact – We lift others up

How We Work

Entrepreneurial Mindset – We think like owners
Down to Business – We move fast and stay practical
Rooted and Invested – We build lasting trust

We are committed to fostering an exceptional work experience that includes a healthy work-life balance and an inclusive culture that values uniquely talented team members. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and annual performance reviews. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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