Senior Business Immigration Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking Senior Business Immigration Attorney

Grossman Young & Hammond, LLC (GYH) is a globally recognized immigration and international human rights law firm in the greater DC area. Known for tenacious advocacy, GYH is setting a new standard for excellence in the practice of immigration and human rights law. Our lawyers are nationally recognized for their expertise in immigration law and have received top rankings from the Washington Post, Washingtonian, The Legal Times, Best Lawyers, and Chambers.

The ideal candidate is creative, works collaboratively with others and thrives working in a progressive and collegial environment. Excellent organizational skills, superior writing ability, and precise attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities include :

Immigration Case Management

• Researching and analyzing the law on immigration issues
• Synthesizing legal research and analysis into written memoranda or briefs, and performing case work as assigned
• Identifying potential immigration issues and developing strategies to address them
• Conducting/ participating in client meetings and calls
• Serving as account manager for client accounts as assigned
• Responding to client inquiries
• Informing senior associates and clients of important matters, e.g., case status, filing deadlines, I-94 issues, travel considerations

Paralegal Supervision

• Delegating work as appropriate to paralegals
• Providing ongoing feedback and instruction to paralegals
• Ensuring that paralegals draft, organize, and file immigration documentation in a thorough and timely manner

Marketing

Making personal and firm-wide marketing efforts a priority

Required Education/Experience:

J.D. and 6+ years' business immigration law experience (e.g., H-1B, L-1, E-2, O-1, J-1, PERM)

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making
• Ability to delegate to and oversee paralegals
• Excellent organizational, writing, and other communication skills
• Precise attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well with clients and others
• Ability to use forms databases and other computer programs
• Flexibility

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range: $120,000 to $180,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits include: PTO, paid holidays, 401K with firm contribution, paid parental leave, excellent healthcare options

Work Schedule:

Full-time 40+ hours/week (Exempt from overtime).
Hybrid: If located within a fifty-mile radius of the office, work is completed in the office one day per week.

Why Join Us?

Grossman Young & Hammond, LLC offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply through the Grossman Young & Hammond Career Center and upload their resume and a cover letter describing their interest in immigration and international human rights law.

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