Remote Business Immigration Attorney

Corporate Immigration Attorneys • Full-time • Remote (Charlotte, NC, US) • $65k - $85k / year • 5m ago

We are currently seeking Immigration Attorneys for preparing and filing employment-based immigration cases, especially in EB1, EB2-NIW, and RFEs.

The role of US Immigration Attorneys is complex and requires specific personality traits. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, working with clients from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds, and is comfortable with handling various employment-based visa types. We are looking for team members who are passionate about their work and understand the positive impact they have on our clients' success.

Although this role is remote, candidates must reside in the state of North Carolina to be considered.

Requirements

Diligently prepare cases, legal strategies, and cover letters
Develop an expert-level understanding of your client cases. This includes preparing immigrant/non-immigrant petitions with in-depth knowledge of the application process and requirements, specifically in EB1, EB2-NIW, O-1, and RFEs
Manage various projects and deadlines, and prepare and revise documents
Be able to explain legal terminology to clients succinctly in a timely manner
Research unique legal issues by identifying applicable statutes and judicial decisions
Stay up-to-date on legislative changes that may affect immigration
Develop solutions to complex legal questions
Provide training to client companies and individuals on substantive legal topics and updates about new immigration laws and regulations
Partner with colleagues to share information, resolve client issues, and support all client projects
Regularly and effectively communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural, case processing issues, and case strategy
Possess the skill set to assess the eligibility of corporate foreign national employees for non-immigrant and immigrant visa status in the U.S
Work with esteemed global mobility personnel and the office of general counsel. This will involve preparing petitions and applications for submission to the Department of Labor (DOL) and the respected United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for non-immigrant and immigrant status for foreign national employees
Supervise the work of paralegal staff in record keeping and document preparation to ensure no mistakes are made

Benefits

Possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited US law school, demonstrate a strong academic background, and be admitted to a US state bar in good standing
1-2 years of experience with EB1, EB2-NIW, O-1, and RFEs a plus
Bilingual in Mandarin is a plus
High-level organizational skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management and attention to detail, alongside the ability to effectively multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume law firm setting
Adaptability and willingness to learn across various practice areas
High-level organizational skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
Ability to independently work on daily tasks, proactively, and with minimal supervision