Associate Attorney
Jackson & Hertogs LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in corporate immigration law to join their collaborative team. The role involves managing complex immigration matters, representing corporate clients, and ensuring quality across casework while mentoring legal staff.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex employment-based immigration matters including H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, PERM, and other nonimmigrant and immigrant visa benefits applications
- Represent corporate clients in all aspects of business immigration, including government interviews and compliance matters
- Prepare and review legal filings, petitions, and supporting documentation with a high level of accuracy
- Advise clients and HR teams on immigration strategy, timelines, and documentation requirements
- Ensure quality and consistency across casework and contribute to firm-wide best practices
- Conduct independent legal research and communicate with government agencies to support case development
- Work collaboratively with Partners and Sr. Associate in case matters including shared corporate client case matters
- Mentor legal staff, sharing insights and guidance on case preparation and client service
- Participate in firm initiatives, including process improvement, knowledge sharing, and drafting content for the firm’s website as well as shared templates
Skills
- J.D. degree and active bar license in at least one U.S. state
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a practicing attorney in corporate immigration law handling a variety of both nonimmigrant and immigrant case matters
- Strong command of employment-based immigration processes and filings
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, legal technology, and case management systems
- Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering high-quality work
Benefits
- Based in San Francisco with flexibility for hybrid work (subject to partner approval).
- Notebook PC provided; secure internet and private workspace with external monitor(s) required for remote work.
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