Immigration Senior Associate or Senior Counsel

Overview

A national law firm with multiple U.S. locations is seeking an Immigration Senior Associate or Senior Counsel with a minimum of five years of employment-based immigration experience to support a high-volume, sophisticated practice. The role primarily supports attorneys in the Healthcare, Life Sciences & Education business unit and can be based in any office or a virtual setting.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a broad range of employment-based immigration matters, including nonimmigrant and immigrant visa processes
• Advise corporate and institutional clients on immigration strategy, compliance, and risk management
• Prepare and review complex filings such as H-1B, J-1 physician waivers, L-1, O-1, TN, E-3, PERM labor certifications, I-140 immigrant petitions (EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 including NIW, EB-3), I-485 applications, and consular processing
• Draft responses to RFEs, NOIDs, and other agency inquiries
• Communicate directly with clients, HR professionals, and internal stakeholders
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and junior team members
• Contribute to practice development, knowledge sharing, and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of employment-based immigration experience preferred
• Deep knowledge of U.S. employment-based immigration laws and regulations
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Active bar license in the state corresponding to the office applied for or commitment to obtain one promptly
• Excellent academic credentials
• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work well under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high caseload of complex matters with competing deadlines
• Exceptional judgment and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising sophisticated clients, including higher education institutions and academic medical centers
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Senior Associate salary ranges (commensurate with qualifications and experience):
  • California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Washington: $250,000 - $315,000
  • New York, Vermont, Washington, D.C.: $240,000 - $305,000
  • Illinois, Minnesota: $215,000 - $305,000
• Senior Counsel salary ranges (commensurate with qualifications and experience):
  • California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Washington: $210,000 - $350,000
  • New York, Vermont, Washington, D.C.: $175,000 - $335,000
  • Illinois, Minnesota: $175,000 - $350,000
• Salaries in other markets vary based on market data
• Eligibility for Associate Performance Bonus and Client Development Bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more

Location

Multiple U.S. offices available, including virtual office options

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and law school transcript through the organization's online application process. Search firm submissions are not being accepted at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer