Senior Immigration Attorney - Employment Immigration

Crawford Thomas Recruiting • Full-time • San Diego, CA, US • 11h ago

Employment-Based Immigration Attorney

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary: $150,000 – $200,000, based on experience and case volume capability
Professional growth opportunity within a specialized immigration law practice
Collaborative, on-site team environment in San Diego, CA

Job Summary

An established immigration law firm is seeking an experienced Employment-Based Immigration Attorney to join its San Diego office.

This position focuses exclusively on employment-based immigrant visa matters, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience managing PERM labor certifications and I-140 petitions from initiation through final adjudication.

Job Responsibilities

Manage employment-based green card matters, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions.
Prepare and file PERM Labor Certification applications.
Draft and file I-140 Immigrant Petitions.
Prepare National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, when applicable.
Advise corporate clients on employment-based immigration strategies.
Draft legal support letters and detailed petition briefs.
Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs).
Work directly with HR representatives and corporate stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and USCIS regulations.
Monitor priority dates and assist with adjustment of status strategy.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active bar license in good standing (California preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of employment-based immigration law experience.
Demonstrated experience with:
PERM Labor Certifications
I-140 Immigrant Petitions
EB-1 Petitions
EB-2 Petitions (NIW experience preferred)
EB-3 Petitions
Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple complex cases in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Experience advising corporate clients is preferred.

About The Company

Our client is a well-established immigration law firm dedicated exclusively to employment-based immigration. They help employers hire and retain top global talent while guiding foreign nationals through the employment-based green card process. Their team combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, providing strategic immigration solutions that support both businesses and individuals navigating complex U.S. immigration laws.

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