Immigration Associate Attorney (2-5 Years)
Austin, TX or Dallas, TX
A nationally respected law firm is seeking an Immigration Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of employment-based immigration experience to join its growing team in either Austin or Dallas.
The ideal candidate will have experience handling a broad range of business immigration matters, including H-1B, PERM, I-140, Adjustment of Status (AOS), L-1, and TN petitions. PERM experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal contact for corporate clients.
- Advise clients on employment-based immigration strategies and compliance matters.
- Review employment-based immigration petitions and applications prepared by paralegals.
- Draft legal support letters and responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
- Lead client meetings, status calls, and strategic planning discussions.
- Prepare and review filings submitted to USCIS.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 3-5 years of employment-based immigration experience.
- Required experience with PERM labor certifications.
- Strong knowledge of H-1B, I-140, AOS, L-1, and TN matters.
- Excellent research, writing, communication, and client counseling skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $125,000 - $145,000
- Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA/FSA options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and additional firm-sponsored benefits
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to learn more about this opportunity with a highly regarded national law firm.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
