Associate Business Immigration Attorney

About the company:

We are a dedicated Business Immigration firm committed to providing high-quality, accessible, and client-centered legal representation. Our team handles a broad range of immigration matters, including talent visas, green cards, family petitions, and investment visas within others.

We take pride in fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where teammates from diverse backgrounds, including international professionals, are valued for the unique perspectives they bring.

Our office culture emphasizes mentorship, professional growth, and a shared commitment to justice. As we continue to grow, we are looking for driven, detail-oriented individuals who are ready to contribute from day one and develop their legal careers in a supportive environment.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to support our legal team. This is an in-office, full-time role ideal for early-career legal professionals, including international attorneys who have completed an LL.M. degree in the United States. Bar admission is not required at the time of hire, but highly preferred.

The Associate Attorney will play an important role in day-to-day operations, working closely with the managing attorney on casework, managing support staff, reviewing legal documents, and maintaining professional communication with clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Staff Management

• Supervise, coordinate, and support the work of paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative staff

• Assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure deadlines are met across the support team

• Conduct periodic check-ins and provide day-to-day guidance to team members

• Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend process improvements

Petition Review & Legal Work

• Review, analyze, and prepare forms, support letters, and other legal filings for accuracy and completeness

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings to support case strategy

• Draft briefs and client correspondence

• Maintain organized and up-to-date case files and documentation

Client Communication

• Serve as a point of contact for client inquiries, providing timely and professional responses

• Explain legal procedures, case status updates, and next steps to clients in clear, accessible language

• Document client communications accurately in the case management system

Requirements:

Education

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school, OR

• Foreign law degree (LL.B. or equivalent) plus an LL.M. degree completed at an accredited U.S. law school

Licensure

• Bar admission is not required, but highly preferred; candidates currently awaiting bar results or planning to sit for the bar are welcome to apply.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish

• Organization and attention to detail

• Ability to review and analyze legal documents with accuracy

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as well as independently

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, AI platforms, and general legal software

Benefits & Compensation:

Compensation

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications

• Regular performance reviews with opportunity for merit-based increases

Time Off & Holidays

• Federal Holidays observed (New Year's Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas)

• 10 days of paid Time Off (PTO) accrued annually