Immigration Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C. • White Plains, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. This position will sit in our White Plains, NY location. The expected salary range for this position is between $$192,500 - $235,000. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• At least 2-7 years’ experience handling all aspects of employment-based immigration
• Experience must include non-immigrant visa petitions, with an emphasis on H-1B, L-1, O-1, E-1/2/3 and TN Filings
• Experience with immigrant visa filings, including PERM, EB-1 categories and AOS

Nice To Haves

• J-1 waiver experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Should have strong employment-related (corporate) Immigration experience.
• Advise, counsel and train clients on a wide range of immigration laws and regulations.
• Represent employers before administrative agencies in a broad range of employment-based immigration petitions and applications.
• Prepare and submit PERM labor certifications
• Prepare and file nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions
• Prepare and file adjustment of status applications
• Supervise and guide paralegals in the preparation of nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions and applications.

Benefits

• annual bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees