Business Immigration Attorney
$85,000–$120,000 year
On-sitePhoenix, Arizona, United States or Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Conduct thorough legal evaluations with prospective and existing clients to build tailored employment-based immigration strategies for NIW, EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 PERM, and EB-5 petitions. Direct cases from initial consultation through final filing, including strategy formulation, legal drafting, evidence review, and submission to USCIS and the Department of Labor. Prepare clients for local USCIS interviews and provide in-person legal representation at Arizona field offices. Draft persuasive legal briefs, support letters, and responses to Requests for Evidence, Audit Notices, and NOIDs. Work closely with paralegals and case managers to ensure accurate data entry and timely filings while staying current on evolving USCIS and DOL policies.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited US law school
- Active bar membership in good standing (any US state bar)
- Arizona bar membership preferred or eligible for local court/field office practice
- 3+ years of dedicated experience in Business & Employment-Based Immigration Law
- Must be locally based in Arizona (or in the Phoenix area) to conduct in-person client interview coverage at local field offices
- Proven track record of handling end-to-end filings for EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 PERM, and National Interest Waivers (NIW)
- Non-immigrant worker visas: L-1, TN, H-1B, O-1
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume caseloads efficiently without sacrificing legal quality or missing deadlines
- Exceptional legal writing, analytical skills, and empathetic client interaction skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with EB-5 Investor Petitions (I-526 / I-829 / I-956F workflows)
- Prior experience practicing within a high-volume corporate immigration law firm or legal department (e.g., Berry Appleman & Leiden (BAL), Fragomen, WR Immigration, or similar national firms)
- Specific experience or passion for working with DACA recipients transitioning to employment-based permanent residency
- Familiarity with modern immigration case management platforms
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