Business Immigration Attorney

CIP PC.•Chicago, IL

1d•$70,000 - $105,000•Remote

About The Position

CIP PC is a nationally recognized immigration law firm known for delivering strategic, business-focused solutions. With a highly skilled remote-first team based across the United States, we are experiencing strong growth driven by continued success with our corporate clients. To support this momentum, we are excited to add an Attorney with expertise in business immigration to our team. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The purpose of the Business Immigration Attorney at CIP, P.C., is to assist the assigned team in the review and filing of immigration casework. In this role, The Business Immigration Attorney will closely liaise with client contacts, provide strategic legal counsel, and help manage immigration programs. In-depth experience with high volume employment-based NIV and IV immigration cases, including PERM, I-140, AOS, H-1B, L-1, TN, and E visa matters is required within this role. It also requires legal research and preparation of complex written projects for immigration cases as well as reviewing work of Paralegals, to ensure accuracy and quality.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree
Admittance to the State Bar
1-3 years of related experience
1+ years of experience/proficiency level with PERM
Experience with H-1B, L-1, TN and E visas
Track record of consistently meeting SLEs (Service Level Expectations)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools
Fluency of the English language in both written and verbal forms
Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering exceptional client service
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, including spelling and grammar
Sharp eye for attention to detail to ensure consistent accuracy of work
Exceptional ability to analyze data and cases
Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team
Excellent organizational skills and are able to meet strict deadlines
Tech savvy and possess strong computer literacy with the ability to adapt to state-of-the-art Envoy Global case processing software
Contribute to positive team morale, even within a remote work environment
Ability to multi-task and fulfill daily responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to troubleshoot and strategize for solution options and recommendations

Nice To Haves

Bilingual a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Prepare and file cases for acceptance and approval including at least H-1B, I-140, I-485, and client-relevant NIV/IV
Perform client management and consult for Small Business potential clients, while also guiding clients through processes
Provide support to Managing Attorney on Enterprise clients as well as provide support and leadership to assigned team(s)
May liaise with other attorneys or departments in the firm on projects
Assist with maintenance of casework quality and consistency on the assigned team(s)
Evaluate cases and assist in providing case strategies and/or solutions to issues
Provide coverage for attorneys on vacation and leave of absence
Work closely with and mentor paralegals; May provide supervision of other employees, as required
Perform reporting/auditing duties
Supplement and maintain knowledge of law and policy changes
Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda and/or legal briefs
Analyze facts, patterns, and complex legal issues to provide sound legal advice
Prepare immigration-based filings for complex case management
Gain rapport and foster strong relationships in a professional, proactive, considerate, and accountable way with clients, colleagues.
Other duties as assigned