Job Description
Job DescriptionImmigration Associate - Washington, D.C.Direct Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 law firm to identify a mid-level Associate Attorney with 3-4 years of experience to join its Immigration Business Unit in Washington, D.C. Candidates must hold an active District of Columbia Bar license.
Key Responsibilities
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Preparing and supporting employment-based petitions from intake through filing
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Assessing visa options
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Assigning and tracking cases
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Drafting legal arguments
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Conducting regular status calls with clients
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Helping Members and Senior Attorneys manage various clients
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Managing the internal teams organized to support clients’ immigration needs
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Managing client work, including liaising with client contacts
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Responsibility for managing clients’ immigration matters internally
Qualifications
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Strong employment-based immigration experience including H-1Bs, PERMs, I-140s, AOS, E’s, O-1s, L-1s, and TN’s
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Willingness to work on all types of business immigration matters
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Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills
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High-level attention to detail
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Strong academic credentials
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Ability to take initiative
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Ability to stay organized
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Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
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Experience supervising junior associates, paralegals, and other support staff
Compensation & Benefits:
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Salary range: $100,000 – $115,000 annually (DOE).
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Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
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Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with HSA/FSA options
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Dental
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Vision
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Short-term and long-term disability
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Life insurance
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401(k)
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Vacation and sick time
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Parking/public transportation allowance
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Employee assistance program.