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About The Position
This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with one of the largest law firms in the United States. Ogletree Deakins is an international law firm with 60 offices throughout North America and Europe. We have one of the largest business immigration practices in the United States. Our immigration practice group comprises experienced, dedicated immigration lawyers and paralegals who work with domestic and international corporations and businesses to develop appropriate strategies to facilitate the international transfer of skilled employees. Our Austin, TX office has an opportunity for a Business Immigration Associate to join their fast-paced business immigration practice! We provide comprehensive immigration services to clients of all sizes across industries, including many Fortune 500 companies. We offer a collegial, collaborative, challenging, and growth-focused work environment with innovative technology, customized resources and processes, and continuous skill-based training and professional development.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor.
- Must be and remain licensed to practice law and be in good standing.
- Must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice during employment.
- Experience working in a high-volume business immigration practice group.
- 4+ years of experience with employment-based visas (NIV and IV).
- Experience with PERM applications, H-1B, L-1, TN, and E visas is required.
- Excellent writing, organizational, and research skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop appropriate strategies to facilitate the international transfer of skilled employees.
- Provide comprehensive immigration services to clients of all sizes across industries.
- Handle client matters proactively, from case initiation and strategy/planning to successful case completion.
- Remain accessible to all clients.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) matching program
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
- Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
