Ellen Freeman Immigration Law Group is led by Attorney Ellen Freeman who brings over 25 years of experience in employment-based immigration solutions. The firm services corporate clients in a wide variety of industries with a focus on pharma, biotech, engineering, supply chain management, AI, manufacturing, energy, academia, healthcare, hospitality, and the arts. Services include employment-based immigrant petitions. Since its formation in March of 2019, our firm has been recognized as one of the Best Law Firms in America for multiple years.
As a leader in her field, Ellen is a frequent speaker and writer on topics of employment-based immigration. Ellen is viewed by her peers as a mentor and authority in the field of business immigration law. Ellen has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America, listed as a Thought Leader in Who’s Who in Corporate Immigration, and is AV-Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Ellen’s reputation as a leader in the field of employment-based immigration is built on excellence, perseverance, kindness, honesty, and hard work. As an employee of the firm, you will be expected to embody the firm’s core values. We treat every client with utmost respect, empathy, kindness, and dedication. While small in size, our firm competes with the largest practices around the country. Your communication, interaction with clients and co-workers, personal presentation, and work product must communicate our firm’s core values.
We think we are a special place—made all the more so by our commitment to repairing the world by improving the lives of our clients and employees, and dedicating efforts to enhance our community – both in and outside of our workplace. We do so by showing kindness to one another and building trust; engaging in relentless advocacy; always striving for excellence; and practicing intellectual curiosity and growth.
Our core values are:
Repair the World
Improve the lives of our employees, clients, and community at large
Demonstrate Kindness
In every interaction
Advocate Relentlessly
Persevere so that others can achieve their dreams
Strive for Excellence
Produce superior quality work
Practice Intellectual Curiosity
Learn and explore the world to improve self and craft
We are looking for like-minded individuals who champion our core values. Specific job duties for this position will include:
- Independently drafting documents and forms for visa applications, petitions, applications for permanent residence, labor certification applications, and other non-immigrant and immigrant-related filings;
- Communicating professionally verbally and in writing with business and individual clients and coworkers;
- Analyzing and reviewing case details to determine future actions;
- Assisting with online application processes, including through MyUSCIS, and the PERM, FLAG, and CEAC databases, as well as consular processing through NVC, as appropriate;
- Liaising with government agencies, including USCIS, CBP, DOS, and DOL;
- Gathering and analyzing evidence, reviewing and organizing information and files, and conducting quality assurance review of filings;
- Drafting and revising client advisories related to developments in the field, as well as other written communication pieces;
- Accurately assembling applications and petition packages and files for USCIS and other agencies;
- Coordinating the translation of various documents across a wide range of languages;
- Performing administrative duties related to new client intake and maintaining internal lists and reminders;
- Maintaining a calendar of filing deadlines, processing times, etc.;
- Managing caseload effectively and proactively;
- Focusing on professional development and staying informed on immigration law trends and news, sharing information with others; and
- Working as part of a team and assisting coworkers as needed.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Prior experience in the legal field—employment-based immigration experience a plus;
- Ability to interact with a diverse client base in a professional and service-oriented manner;
- Full proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
- Familiarity with immigration form types and databases (e.g., Cerenade eImmigration, NetDocuments, etc.) preferred;
- Comfort with switching between tasks, assuming different responsibilities, and assisting others as the need arises;
- Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and a detail-oriented approach;
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workload and deal with stress in a fast-paced work environment;
- Effective under pressure and in high-volume situations with multiple priorities and deadlines;
- Ability to demonstrate proactiveness and persistence in daily work;
- Excellent analytical thinking, research experience, and problem-solving skills; and
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Experience, Education, and Additional Requirements
- Desire to continue learning about immigration law;
- Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer;
- Ability to commute to the office. This position is local to our office in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh and is NOT available in a fully remote capacity; and
