Immigration Attorney

Robert Half • Full-time • Remote (Philadelphia, PA, US) • $105k - $155k / year • 2w ago

Our client is seeking a Business Immigration Associate Attorney to join a great firm supporting a high-volume, fast-paced client. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience handling complex business immigration matters and will be comfortable working with a high level of autonomy. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of employment-based immigration cases with sophisticated clients in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and file a variety of employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, including but not limited to:
L-1A/L-1B, H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1
PERM labor certifications
EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C, EB-2 NIW, and adjustment of status applications
Provide strategic legal advice to corporate clients on U.S. immigration law and compliance
Conduct legal research and draft legal memos, petitions, and supporting documentation
Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure accurate and timely filings
Communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders to manage expectations and deadlines
Stay current on immigration regulations, trends, and best practices

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction)
3–5 years of business immigration experience in a high-volume environment
Strong background in PERM, L-1, H-1B, and EB-1/EB-2 immigrant petitions
Experience with case management systems (e.g., INSZoom, LawLogix, or similar)
Excellent legal writing, organizational, and communication skills
Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience with corporate clients in industries such as tech, finance, or consulting
Demonstrated ability to manage large caseloads and mentor junior attorneys or paralegals