Associate Attorney - Business Immigration

Company Description

Bay Immigration Law is a full-service immigration law firm dedicated to assisting small to large businesses across various industries, with a specialization in the technology sector and start-up/scale-up companies. The firm has a proven track record of supporting start-up ventures and investors in establishing their operations and achieving their business goals within the U.S. Bay Immigration Law is committed to providing tailored and effective legal solutions to help clients navigate complex immigration processes. Our team is passionate about empowering businesses and individuals to thrive in the U.S. through expert legal guidance.

Role Description

The Associate Attorney, Business Immigration, supports the preparation and management of employment-based immigration matters, including O-1, EB-1, EB-2 NIW petitions. This includes drafting recommendation letters, letters of support, forms, compiling case packets, and contributing to case strategy under Partner supervision. The Associate Attorney will collaborate with and provide guidance to Immigration Paralegals and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with clients regarding case progress via email and phone
• Assist in developing case strategy with supervising attorneys
• Identify required documentation from petitioners and beneficiaries
• Request, organize, and review supporting materials from clients
• Draft supporting documentation including letters, affidavits, and legal arguments
• Prepare and review immigration forms
• Assemble case filings and supporting exhibits
• Collaborate with paralegals on case preparation and timelines
• Review case materials for completeness and accuracy
• Assist with responses to RFEs, NOIDs, and other agency inquiries

Work Experience

• J.D. and active bar admission in good standing
• Strong experience in O-1, EB-1, and/or EB-2 NIW is required
• Working knowledge of L-1, E-2, H-1B, and EB-3 cases is preferred
• Strong legal drafting and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment
• Experience working with paralegal teams preferred

Relocation requirement:

This position requires relocation to our London, UK office.