Immigration Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience for its Detroit, MI office. The ideal candidate will have employment-based immigration experience, including H-1Bs, PERMs, I-140s, AOS, L-1s, and TNs, and a willingness to work on various immigration matters.

Duties

• Serve as the primary legal and strategic point of contact for assigned corporate clients.
• Communicate case strategies, timelines, and government requirements.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and immigration program reviews.
• Review employment-based immigration petitions and applications prepared by paralegals.
• Draft legal support letters and responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
• Lead regular client status calls, planning discussions, and escalations.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of employment-based immigration experience.
• Experience advising clients directly on immigration matters.
• Ability to assist clients with petition and application preparation for USCIS.
• PERM experience is required.
• Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills.
• High-level attention to detail and strong academic credentials.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.

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