Business Immigration Associate Attorney

Fragomen•San Francisco, CA

23h•$158,000 - $198,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Fragomen is hiring a Business Immigration Associate Attorney to work with a diverse, team-oriented group focused exclusively on immigration. The role involves supporting fast-paced technology and AI clients, developing expertise in client industries and firm services, independently managing client assignments and complex immigration matters, and building strong client relationships. Associates collaborate across teams and contribute to mentoring, business development, operational quality, and compliance. This is a hybrid role based in the San Francisco office, with a requirement to work in the office at least three days per week.

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 work in the San Francisco office at least three days per week.

Nice To Haves

Prior team management experience.
Strong interest and ability to work with fast-paced technology and AI clients.

Responsibilities

Develop an expert-level understanding of client accounts, supported industries, and the firm’s practice areas and services.
Independently oversee and manage assignments with minimal supervision as a senior member of client teams.
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 complex issues to varied audiences.
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.
Directly or indirectly supervise, mentor, coach, and manage the performance of junior Associates and other staff.
Ensure compliance with firm protocols for file maintenance, record keeping, and 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 improvements to quality, efficiency, and standardization of processes, products, and services.
Participate in marketing and business development opportunities.
Follow documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational, and client compliance.
Collaborate and share knowledge with teams locally, regionally, and firmwide.
Perform other duties as required.