Role Description
Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP is seeking an associate with 4+ years of experience in employment-based immigration law matters. You will join our higher volume corporate practice, emphasizing H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM matters, adjustment of status applications with the opportunity to lead a team of paralegals and junior associates and manage relationships with corporate clients.
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Counsel clients and oversee high-volume of employment-based immigration cases including immigrant and non-immigrant cases with USCIS, DOL, and the Department of State.
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Prepare immigration petitions and applications, including assessing eligibility, analyzing relevant legal issues, and developing evidence.
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Draft, review and/or revise H-1B, L-1, and TN and other petitions/applications, PERM Labor Certification audit responses and complex RFEs for filing with the USCIS.
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Draft persuasive correspondence to relevant administrative agencies and respond to requests for evidence.
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Conduct PERM cycle placement and reduction-in-force analyses to support client workforce planning.
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Conduct in-depth research to support cases and projects with large corporate clients.
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Develop expert level understanding of your client base and industries that you support.
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Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues, share information and support client projects.
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Communicate regularly with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural, case processing issues and case strategy.
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Support clients in immigration program management and compliance.
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Delegate and supervise the work of junior associates and paralegal staff in record keeping and document preparation.
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Contribute to the development of practice processes to ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.
Qualifications
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J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school
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Bar admission
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Prior corporate account management experience
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Strong verbal and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain a client-friendly focus
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Willingness to learn and take on added responsibilities
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Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team
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Ability to edit work of paralegals and support staff
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Meticulous attention to detail
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Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands
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Proficient in Microsoft Office
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Experience with immigration-specific case management software a plus
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Excellent time management skills
Benefits
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A collaborative, inclusive team that values mentorship and growth
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Competitive compensation
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Comprehensive benefits package, including:
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401(k) with firm match
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Life and AD&D insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Paid vacation and holidays
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Corporate wellness benefit