Immigration Associate (H-2A and H-2B) - Houston, Collin County, or Austin

Clark Hill•Houston, TX

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clark Hill is seeking an Immigration Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its Houston, Collin County, or Austin office. The attorney will serve as the primary legal and strategic contact for assigned corporate clients, advise employers on workforce planning, immigration strategies, and compliance—including H-2A and H-2B temporary worker programs—and communicate case strategies, timelines, and government requirements. The role includes preparing, reviewing, and overseeing H-2A and H-2B applications, recruitment documentation, compliance materials, and related government filings. This is a full-time position with the ability to work remotely two days per week. The salary range is $125,000–$145,000 annually, based on a full-time schedule. The position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Clark Hill offers health insurance with optional HSA/FSA, short- and long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k), vacation, sick time, a parking/public transportation allowance, and an employee assistance program. Clark Hill, PLC is an AmLaw 200 law firm with 30 offices across the United States, Ireland, and Mexico, and more than 700 attorneys. The firm describes its environment as agile, collaborative, and committed to developing talented individuals and delivering outstanding client service.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience.
Active bar membership in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction.
Significant employment-based immigration experience.
Experience with H-2A and H-2B visas, including advising employers on program eligibility, recruitment requirements, compliance obligations, petition preparation, and ongoing workforce planning.
Experience handling a broad range of employment-based immigration matters, including H-1B petitions, PERM labor certifications, I-140 immigrant petitions, Adjustment of Status applications, L-1 intracompany transferees, and TN classifications.
Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills.
High-level attention to detail.
Ability to stay organized and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced client-service environment.
Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary legal and strategic point of contact for assigned corporate clients.
Advise employers on workforce planning, immigration strategies, and compliance requirements, including H-2A and H-2B temporary worker programs.
Communicate case strategies, timelines, and government requirements.
Prepare, review, and oversee H-2A and H-2B applications, recruitment documentation, compliance materials, and related government filings.
Counsel clients directly on immigration matters and assist with preparing and filing petitions and applications before USCIS, the Department of Labor, and other government agencies.