Global Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job DescriptionGlobal Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Global Employment, Immigration & Equity Compensation Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in New York City or one of its California offices (Irvine/Orange County, Los Angeles, Menlo Park/Silicon Valley, San Francisco, or Santa Monica). The firm is also open to candidates interested in a Career Associate track.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 2-4 years of experience in employment-based immigration law to join a nationally recognized Employment Law practice. The role offers the opportunity to advise technology startups and multinational employers on sophisticated U.S. immigration, global employment, and equity compensation matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. employment-based immigration and global employment law matters.

• Conduct visa assessments and develop immigration strategies tailored to clients' workforce needs.

• Prepare and file employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions, including H-1B, E-3, L-1, O-1, TN, and E-2 petitions.

• Guide employers through employment-based permanent residence and PERM processes.

• Counsel multinational employers on employment immigration compliance and workplace policies.

• Advise clients on international employment matters, including hiring, performance management, and employment policies across jurisdictions.

• Assist with global employment law analyses and prepare comparative overviews of international employment laws.

• Support the preparation of equity compensation overviews and related employment matters.

• Collaborate closely with innovative technology companies and multinational employers on complex workforce issues.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in the California or New York State Bar, depending on office location.

• 2-4 years of experience practicing U.S. employment-based immigration law.

• Significant experience preparing and filing a high volume of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions and responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) with minimal supervision.

• Experience advising multinational companies on employment immigration matters.

• Experience with global employment law and equity compensation counseling, or a strong interest in developing these practice areas.

• Experience with global immigration law is a plus.

• Prior experience at a corporate immigration law firm is preferred.

• Strong analytical, drafting, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, sound professional judgment, and a collaborative approach to client service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $160,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Mental health and wellness programs

  • Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits

  • Short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Industry-leading parental leave

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) and paid holidays

  • Annual discretionary performance bonus eligibility