Attorney needed for Philadelphia office

Job Title: Attorney

Job Location: Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid/Remote)

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an experienced immigration attorney to manage and oversee a wide range of employment-based immigration cases. The attorney will play an integral role in advising clients, preparing petitions, and managing high-volume matters in areas such as EB-1, PERM, H-1B, L-1, E-1, E-2, O-1, and EB-5, as well as handling complex federal court challenges. This is a full-time position offering hybrid or remote work flexibility.

Duties:

• Counsel clients and manage a high caseload of employment-based immigration matters, including immigrant and non-immigrant cases with agencies such as USCIS, DOL, and the Department of State.
• Prepare, analyze, and file petitions and applications, including eligibility assessments and evidence development.
• Draft and review complex petitions and responses, such as H-1B, L-1, TN petitions, PERM Labor Certification audit responses, and RFEs for USCIS filing.
• Compose persuasive correspondence to administrative agencies and respond to requests for evidence (RFE).
• Research to support cases, including large corporate clients, and ensure up-to-date knowledge of client industries.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve client issues, share case insights, and enhance client projects.
• Communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding case processing, strategy, and procedural updates.
• Assist clients with immigration program management and compliance efforts.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to paralegal staff, ensuring efficient record-keeping and document preparation.
• Contribute to developing and improving practice processes to increase operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active Bar admission.
• Proven experience in managing corporate accounts in an immigration law setting.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to take initiative, collaborate with teams, and manage complex tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and immigration-specific case management software (preferred).
• Ability to edit and review the work of paralegals and support staff.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and research skills.
• Ability to adapt and learn new systems quickly.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with the firm match.
• Medical and dental insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Corporate wellness program.

Founded in the 2010s, this firm is nearly 25 attorneys strong. Their practice areas focus primarily on immigration with Hiring Foreign Nationals, Worksite Compliance, and many others. With offices in Philadelphia and New York, this firm is growing rapidly.