Associate, 5-7+ years

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Develop, enhance, and sustain relationships with key clients, Partners, and relevant stakeholders.

• Engage in client meetings, briefings, workshops, Q&A sessions, and deliver client reports.

• Create immigration strategies for complex cases and articulate clear arguments.

• Provide counseling and consultation to middle and senior management clients.

• Act as a business advisor leveraging extensive immigration law knowledge and insights into client industries and risks.

• Utilize sector-specific expertise to address and resolve client challenges.

• Ensure adherence to firm protocols regarding file maintenance, record keeping, data quality, and technology systems.

• Investigate complex technical immigration issues and devise solutions, including necessary documentation.

• Independently prepare and submit cases while developing strategies for intricate matters.

• Identify revenue-generating opportunities and avenues for growth within existing client accounts.

• Oversee, mentor, coach, and evaluate the performance of Associates and other staff members.

• Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing quality, efficiency, and process standardization.

• Assist Partners and senior team members in proposals, pitches, business plans, and RFPs.

• Engage in marketing and business development activities.

• Promote collaboration among local, regional, and firmwide teams.

• Ensure adherence to documented firm standards, policies, and regulatory, operational, and client requirements.

• Perform additional duties as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM) from an accredited institution is required.

• Active member of a U.S. State bar or the Washington DC bar association.

• 5-8 years of experience at the Associate level.

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of immigration law.

• Previous team management experience is highly preferred.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Commitment to providing outstanding client service.

• Proven attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

• Ability to foster a positive work atmosphere.

• Successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process.

• Legal authorization to work in the position’s designated location.

🏝️ Benefits

• 27 PTO days plus Federal holidays.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, including FSA & HSA options.

• 401K plan with company matching contributions.