Baker&McKenzie is looking for Business Immigration Attorney (Off-track Associate Attorney) in Chicago, IL. This local job opportunity with ID 3863339851 is live since 2026-10-02 08:16:19.

Overview

In this role you will support the Employment & Compensation Practice Group in Chicago on U.S. and global immigration matters. You will draft employer-sponsored visa petitions, assist with PERM processes, and contribute to client counseling under supervision. You will manage documentation, use case management tools, and monitor regulatory changes to advise on impact for clients. The position emphasizes precise writing, analytical work, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to advance in a globally connected, collaborative firm focused on mobility and cross-border human capital strategy.

Compensation / Benefits

• bonus eligible
• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k)

Responsibilities

• Draft and assemble employer-sponsored visa petitions (NIV/IV), including complex filings, RFE responses, and motions
• Support the PERM Labor Certification process
• Prepare first drafts of client communications to support senior team members
• Track and analyze client documentation to meet evidentiary standards for NIV/IV cases
• Use internal case management tools to manage multiple assignments
• Stay current on agency guidance, policy changes, and emerging immigration law and assess impact on clients' businesses

Key requirements

• Client service mindset
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and case management skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Flexibility to handle a wide range of tasks concurrently
• Top academic credentials
• 1-3 years of US business immigration experience
• Global immigration experience a plus
• Writing sample required
• Admitted to and in good standing with the Illinois bar

• client service orientation
• strong written and verbal communication
• attention to detail
• employer-sponsored visa petitions (NIV/IV)
• RFE responses
• PERM Labor Certification