Associate Attorney - Immigration

Position: Associate Attorney
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Working Arrangement: Remote (Work from Home)

Direct Counsel has partnered with a leading immigration firm who is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team. This position is ideal for individuals with 2-5 years of experience. The role is fully remote. Candidates must reside in California.


Job Duties:

• With a focus on innovative companies, you will be responsible for setting strategy, guiding clients and reviewing the work of our outstanding Case Managers, using legal automation technology.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the correct legal standards related to H1B, L1, E2, O1, PERM, EB1A, AOS cases.

• Supervise, mentor and review the work of Case Managers covering a wide range of visa categories

• Advising and guiding clients with the initial setup of the company's electronic-posting process for LCAs and recruitment processes for PERM applications.

• Assist in drafting complex filings, as needed.

• Ensure all submissions meet A+ quality standards for our clients.

• Communicate with clients to assess eligibility for business-related immigration benefits.

• Provide timely updates to clients and respond to inquiries.

• Research legal issues related to immigration benefits.

• Utilize reports and manipulate data to prioritize work.

Skills required:

• Must have a solid understanding and prior experience preparing and reviewing at least 3 of the following petition types: H1B, L1, E2, O1, PERM, EB1A, AOS.

• Preference for prior experience representing startups and emerging technology companies and/or individual creatives.

• Preference for experience working with corporate clients who do not yet have an established immigration program.

• Prior experience training and supervising paralegals, case managers and/or legal assistants.

• Preference for prior experience working successfully in a remote environment.
  • Key indicators: taking ownership of cases; preparing cases efficiently and accurately; actively and efficiently communicating with team members and seeking feedback; and understanding productivity goals.

• Must have strong analytical and organizational skills, as well as high-level of attention to detail.

• Ability to learn technology tools quickly.

Education required:

JD/LLM and bar license from any US state

Client Profile:
The firm serves a diverse clientele, including small to mid-sized businesses, startups, and multinational corporations seeking expert business immigration guidance. Renowned for their client-centric approach, they excel in navigating complex immigration processes and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. With a focus on industries such as technology, healthcare, and education, the firm is dedicated to providing tailored solutions that meet clients' unique immigration needs while fostering long-term relationships.

Compensation: The yearly pay for this position ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 depending on qualifications and experience.