Business Immigration Associate – Mid-Senior Level

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

📋 Description

• Manage immigration issues comprehensively from initial handoff to final submission with minimal oversight.

• Develop legal strategies, oversee project milestones, and support clients throughout the petition process.

• Cultivate an expert-level understanding of clients, their respective industries, and the services offered by Manifest Law.

• Investigate complex immigration matters and apply legal precedents to client situations.

• Formulate solutions for H-1B, PERM, L-1A/B, TN, E-1/E-2/E-3, O-1A, EB-1C, and EB-2 NIW cases.

• Independently prepare and submit cases.

• Counsel clients on petition strategies, responses to RFEs, and compliance requirements.

• Evaluate the viability of prospects' cases and set clear expectations.

• Convey intricate issues to founders, HR teams, and in-house legal counsel.

• Respond proactively within team service level agreements (SLAs).

• Foster client relationships through meetings, briefings, workshops, Q&A sessions, and proactive case updates.

• Oversee high-volume employer accounts, HR contacts, and deadlines.

• Mentor and manage junior attorneys and team members.

• Collaborate with the team on document collection and filing logistics.

• Utilize Manifest Law’s AI tools and technology to enhance case quality and efficiency.

• Maintain file records, data integrity, and adherence to firm protocols.

• Achieve individual and team productivity targets.

• Identify opportunities to broaden client services.

• Enhance the quality, efficiency, and standardization of processes and services.

• Engage in marketing and business development activities.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across various teams and practice areas.

• Assume additional responsibilities as the firm expands.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

• Active membership in a U.S. state bar.

• 4+ years of experience at the Associate level.

• Profound working knowledge of employment-based immigration law covering both NIV and IV matters.

• Experience ideally encompassing PERM, H-1B, L-1A/B, TN, E-3, O-1A, EB-1C, and EB-2 NIW.

• Prior experience managing or mentoring a team is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to articulate complex legal concepts in simple language.

• Client-first approach.

• Strong attention to detail and dedication to accuracy.

• Robust analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Capacity to juggle competing priorities in a high-volume setting.

• Ability to foster a positive, collaborative culture in a fully remote environment.

• Candidates outside the United States are welcome to apply, with compensation evaluated according to regional models.

🏝️ Benefits

• Designed for remote work.

• No billable hour requirements or targets.

• Competitive salary.

• Potential for bonuses.

• Possible equity options.

• Opportunities for advancement into senior roles and leadership positions.

• Attorney feedback directly influences technology and practice development.

• AI-driven tools minimize administrative tasks.

• Option to request non-recorded interviews.

• Reasonable accommodations or alternative application processes are available.