Business Immigration Associate Attorney (3+ years) - remote

Fragomen

1d•Remote

About The Position

Fragomen is seeking a Business Immigration Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of associate-level experience. The role offers the opportunity to practice in a collegial, team-oriented environment focused exclusively on immigration, working with a diverse group of colleagues and learning from experienced practitioners. The position is open to candidates who can regularly work within the Pacific Time zone. As a senior member of a client team, the Associate independently manages assignments with minimal supervision, handles case preparation and filings, develops strategies for complex matters, researches technical immigration issues, and applies legal precedents to client situations. The Associate also maintains client relationships, communicates complex issues to varied audiences, and supports client service, team management, business development, compliance, and process improvement.

Requirements

U.S. JD or LLM.
Membership in a U.S. state bar or the Washington, DC bar association.
3–5 years of experience at the Associate level.
Exceptional working knowledge and understanding of immigration law.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Dedication to exceptional client service.
Demonstrated attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.
Ability to contribute to a positive work environment.
Ability to regularly work within the Pacific Time zone.

Nice To Haves

Prior team management experience.

Responsibilities

Develop an expert-level understanding of assigned clients, their industries, and the firm’s practice areas and services.
Independently oversee and manage assignments as a senior member of the client team, with minimal supervision.
Apply legal precedents to client situations and develop creative solutions.
Research complex technical immigration issues, formulate solutions, and complete appropriate documentation.
Independently prepare and file cases and develop strategies for complex matters.
Explain relatively complex issues to a variety of audiences.
Understand the business strategy of the practice area and the firm.
Build and maintain relationships with client stakeholders, Partners, and other relevant stakeholders; participate in client meetings, briefings, workshops, and Q&A sessions, and provide client reporting.
Communicate proactively with clients in accordance with service-level agreements and team protocols, responding precisely, efficiently, thoughtfully, and in an organized manner.
Directly or indirectly supervise, mentor, coach, and manage the performance of junior Associates and other staff.
Ensure the team follows firm protocols for file maintenance, record keeping, and use of firm systems, including data quality in Connect and other firm technology.
Meet individual and team productivity goals and identify opportunities to cross-sell or bill for out-of-scope services.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve the quality, efficiency, and standardization of processes, products, or services.
Identify and participate in marketing and business development opportunities.
Ensure compliance with documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and support regulatory, operational, and client compliance.
Collaborate and share knowledge with teams locally, regionally, and firmwide.
Perform other duties as required.