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Associate Attorney
- Robert Half Legal (Philadelphia, PA)
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Description We are looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will handle a variety of employment-based immigration cases, including EB-1, H-1B, L-1, E-1, E-2, O-1, and EB-5 matters. This position offers the chance to work on both complex filings and federal court challenges, providing a dynamic and rewarding legal environment.
Responsibilities:
• Counsel clients on a wide range of employment-based immigration cases, including immigrant and non-immigrant matters.
• Prepare and file immigration petitions by assessing eligibility, analyzing legal issues, and gathering supporting evidence.
• Draft and review H-1B, L-1, TN petitions, labor certification audits, and responses to complex Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and resolve unique client challenges.
• Develop a deep understanding of client industries to provide tailored legal advice and solutions.
• Communicate proactively with clients and foreign nationals regarding case updates, procedural requirements, and strategies.
• Oversee paralegal staff by delegating tasks and reviewing their work to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address client issues and enhance team efficiency.
• Support clients in managing immigration programs and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Contribute to refining internal processes to improve operational effectiveness. Requirements • J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in employment-based immigration law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supervising and editing the work of paralegals and support staff.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with immigration-specific case management software is a plus.
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