Business Immigration Attorney
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$157000 - $175000 per year |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Raleigh, NC 27615 Raleigh, North Carolina open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
Business Immigration Associate Attorney
Location: Raleigh, NC (Relocation Assistance Available)
The Opportunity
Join the Raleigh office of one of the world’s largest and most prestigious labor and employment law firms. This firm’s Global Immigration practice is a recognized leader, providing sophisticated legal strategies for a diverse client base ranging from high-growth startups to Fortune 500 multinationals. Attorneys here benefit from a highly collaborative environment, cutting-edge immigration technology, and a clear path for professional development within a team that defines the standard for employer-side immigration services.
Key Qualifications
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Licensure: Active Bar admission in good standing (NC preferred, or eligible for reciprocity).
- Experience: 4+ years of high-volume business immigration experience.
- Technical Expertise: Deep experience with employment-based visas, specifically NIV (Nonimmigrant Visas) and IV (Immigrant Visas).
- Skills: Proficiency in PERM applications, H-1B, L-1, TN, and E visas is required.
- Attributes: Exceptional writing, organizational, and research skills; ability to manage a heavy caseload with precision.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive immigration strategies for corporate clients to facilitate the international transfer of skilled personnel.
- Manage the end-to-end filing process for a wide range of employment-based petitions (NIV and IV).
- Provide high-level legal counsel to employers on compliance, PERM labor certification, and regulatory changes.
- Direct and mentor paralegal staff to ensure the highest quality of work product and client service.
- Conduct complex legal research and draft persuasive filings for various government agencies.
Relevant Keywords for LinkedIn AI
Business Immigration, Immigration Attorney, Employment-Based Visas, PERM, H-1B, L-1, TN Visas, E-Visas, I-140, NIV, IV, Consular Processing, Labor Certification, Global Mobility, Corporate Immigration, Legal Research.
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