155 Immigration Law jobs in the United States
Attorney, Immigration Law Project
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Position: Attorney - Immigration Law Project
Program: Immigration Law Project
Department: Legal Services
Reports to: Manager. Immigration Law Project
Compensation: $92,761 Annually
Status: 100%, Full-Time, Regular, Exempt
Probation: 180 days
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and 403(b) Retirement Plan
CENTER’S MISSION: Building a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Legal Services Department provides trauma-informed and client-centered holistic services, including consultations, representation, legal advocacy, and safety planning to members of the LGBTQI+ communities, with a focus on serving transgender, non-binary and intersex adults, immigrants at-risk of deportation, and youth and seniors at risk of homelessness. Our clients are predominantly BIPOC survivors of violence and discrimination, including domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, hate crimes/incidents, and police/government misconduct. We have 3 inter-related projects: Community Legal Clinics, Immigration Law Project, and Homeless Youth and Housing Rights Project. At the center of our work is Survivor Services, with which all our projects work closely, and which includes the Legal Advocacy Project for Survivors/Anti-Violence Project. All clients are served at multiple locations, including: the Trans Wellness Center in Koreatown, Mi Centro in Boyle Heights, Center South in Leimert Park, and the Village and the Youth Center—across from each other in Hollywood.
JOB SUMMARY: The Immigration Law Project Attorney will provide comprehensive, trauma informed legal services to LGBTQ+ immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other violence based upon identity. Under the supervision of the Immigration Law Project Manager, and working closely with Survivor Services, responsibilities include handling all aspects of a significant immigration client caseload before EOIR and USCIS; recognizing and triaging the needs of clients within the context of available resources, both within and outside the Los Angeles LGBT Center (Center); and being responsive to community and institutional needs. Presence on- site and/or at community partner locations 4 days a week is required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Direct Client Support
• Manage a significant immigration client caseload by directly providing comprehensive trauma informed legal services to LGBTQ+ immigrant survivors of violence, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, as well as caseload of defensive cases before EOIR at the various regional Immigration Courts.
• Conduct conflict-of-interest checks, over-the-phone and in-person immigration intakes and consultations, prepare applications, obtain supporting documents, conduct research, prepare briefs, and represent clients at interviews and before EOIR and USCIS.
• Provide removal defense to LGBTQ+ immigrant survivors detained by the Department of Homeland Security at local detention facilities, including providing remote parole/bond support to those detained in remote facilities.
• Work in collaboration with Survivor Services staff, as well as mental health, healthcare, and youth services providers in furtherance of providing LGBTQ+ immigrant survivors with coordinated legal services that are holistic, client-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed. This includes doing legal work to advance the protections provided by U-Visas, T-Visas and VAWA.
• Provide immigration consultations, intakes, and legal screenings at different office locations of the Los Angeles LGBT Center and within community centers and spaces around Los Angeles.
Community Outreach
• Attend and convene meetings and community events to develop, sustain and strengthen new and existing coalitions and collaborations with immigrant legal service providers, immigrant advocacy organizations, victim support agencies, social services providers, and government agencies.
• Develop, sustain, and strengthen educational outreach to immigrant communities.
Program Support
• Assist with writing grant proposals and reports, conduct supportive research to help sustain and strengthen the project, and partner with internal Center resources to strengthen media presence.
• Daily attention to administrative and operational responsibilities to ensure reporting compliance, including detailed and comprehensive data collection.
• Participate in meetings within the Legal Services Department, throughout the Center, and with external entities.
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of or experience working with the LGBTQ community and familiarity with issues of particular relevance to LGBTQ people.
A passion for the Center’s work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBTQ people.
Active member in California State Bar or another state bar.
Verbal and written fluency in Spanish and English.
3 years of experience with managing a significant immigration removal defense client caseload, including substantial litigation experience.
3 years of experience in a non-profit setting, in providing trauma-informed, empathetic, and culturally responsive direct legal services to members of LGBTQI+ BIPOC communities, including transgender communities, who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, hate crimes and other violence. This requires both an understanding of the unique issues facing these communities, and experience in ensuring client safety, autonomy, agency, choice, and empowerment.
Organizational and time management skills, including the ability to balance and prioritize multiple responsibilities, including providing direct legal services, data inputting and grant reporting, and other administrative tasks that require attention to detail.
Demonstrated commitment to self-care.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey complex legal information to clients, staff and volunteers who are not attorneys; and experience in giving presentations/trainings.
Experience in being part of, creating and sustaining inclusive and engaging workplaces that promote positive interactions, trust, and collaborations with clients, team members and volunteers in a multicultural environment that includes diverse races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, ages, English-speaking abilities, immigration status, and physical abilities.
Location in Los Angeles, flexibility for occasional evening and community-based weekend work, access to reliable transportation and ability to be insured.
The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, including status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation or activities, medical or health conditions, and marital status.
The Center has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy as a condition of employment for all employees who work on the Center’s premises, subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please contact
Immigration Law Partner (Miami)
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Immigration Law Partner
We are currently seeking a highly experienced Immigration Law Partner for our Miami office. This key role demands a skilled professional fluent in both English and Spanish, with substantial expertise in managing employment-based and family-based immigration cases. This position offers a unique opportunity to take on significant responsibilities within our AmLaw200 firm, enabling you to drive legal strategies and uphold our firm's reputation for service excellence. The successful candidate will handle complex legal issues, interact with government authorities, and contribute to the firm's success with a portable book of business.
Salary: DOE per year
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Directly handle and oversee employment-based (temporary and permanent) and family-based immigration petitions and applications.
- Represent the firm's clients before the USCIS, consular, and other government authorities in the processing of a variety of visas like E-2, O-2, and L-1 visas.
- Manage a robust portfolio of cases involving investors, managers, executives, and individuals of extraordinary abilities.
- Maintain close collaboration with other partners and senior associates to ensure superior client service and compliance with all procedural requirements.
- Utilize exceptional drafting and communication skills to prepare legal documents and confidently handle client interactions and negotiations.
- Commitment to maintaining and expanding client relations through the leveraging of a portable book of business.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
- Must possess at least 8 years of immigration experience practicing in a law firm setting.
- Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.
- Current membership in the Florida Bar is required.
- Proven track record of managing extensive and complex immigration cases.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work efficiently within tight deadlines.
- Must have a notable portfolio of business which can be transitioned to our firm.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in high-volume legal practices focusing on comprehensive immigration processes.
- Advanced degrees or certifications in immigration law are highly advantageous.
- Prior experience in legal project management and team leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive efficient legal processes.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an aptitude for building relationships with diverse global entities.
- An affinity for continuous professional development and remain updated on immigration laws and regulations.
Skills:
- Expertise in legal writing and document review.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to handle complex legal scenarios.
- Mastery in client relationship management and business development.
- Robust organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous vacation policy and paid time off.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
- Retirement planning and investment options with firm contributions.
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
Bilingual Paralegal Immigration Law Firm
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About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and organized paralegal to support our immigration team with cases for detained clients. This position involves frequent travel (2–4 days a week) to detention centers across Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arizona, and New Mexico to provide legal orientations and assist attorneys with asylum cases. Travel expenses are fully covered by the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain constant communication with clients and their families.
- Update client files, case statuses, and documents in both physical and digital formats.
- Visit detention centers to provide legal orientations for Credible Fear Interviews, Asylum cases or any immigration case inside the detention center.
- Assist attorneys with scheduling bond hearings and preparing asylum case files.
- Interview detained clients about the asylum process, their rights, and upcoming proceedings.
- Coordinate with immigration officers for case updates and respond to client calls within 24 hours.
Requirements:
- Oral and written fluency in Spanish and English (able to hold extended conversations in Spanish).
- Willingness to travel 2–4 days weekly (same-day travel by air or company car).
- At least 1 year of experience in client service, teaching, or training.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree (or 4 years of relevant experience).
- Intermediate proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Passion for helping vulnerable populations and working in immigration law.
- Must pass background checks upon job offer.
Benefits
- Bonuses.
- Career growth opportunities.
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour plus Bonus
Expected hours: 40 per week
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
- English (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location:
- On the road
Alcozer Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer: this law office does not stand for discrimination of any kind. We do not discriminate against any applicant’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Senior Staff Accountant (Business Immigration Law)
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WR Immigration is a global immigration firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. With nine offices in four time zones, the firm provides corporate global visa services in over 100 countries. WR is one of the fastest growing immigration service providers worldwide with over 40 attorneys and 150 immigration professionals working out of offices in Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Shanghai.
The Senior Staff Accountant works alongside other accountants under the supervision of the Financial Controller. As a key member of the Accounting team, they are critical to the financial and operational success of the firm as a whole, with responsibilities encompassing a broad range of tasks including billing and accounts receivable, vendor management and accounts payable, and financial reporting and analysis.
- Prepare and issue accurate client invoices in a timely manner, in accordance with firm policies and client agreements
- Manage the accounts receivable process, including tracking payments, following up on outstanding balances, and resolving billing discrepancies
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity across billing and accounting systems
- Leverage advanced Microsoft Excel skills to organize, analyze, and report on financial data (e.g., using formulas, pivot tables, charts)
- Collaborate with attorneys and administrative staff to ensure accurate client billing and proper allocation of legal fees and costs
- Reconcile billing and payment records regularly to ensure up-to-date financial reporting
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing processes
- Generate regular financial reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and management decision-making
- Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to address billing questions and financial matters
- Support compliance with legal and regulatory financial requirements, including document retention and audit preparation
- Additional projects and tasks as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required; major in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred
- 5+ years of experience in full cycle accounting
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
- Data entry skills, specifically when dealing with numbers
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and Sales Force, NetSuite, so FinancialForce
- Proficiency in English and in MS Office
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. Salary may vary based on location and experience.
Diversity inspires excellence. WR Immigration is committed to creating, fostering, and preserving an inclusive environment. We support our team members from all nations and backgrounds to achieve their goals and build a life of their dreams. We recognize that our team members bring different talents, skills, and experiences, and their contributions are valuable for our clients and our firm. We believe that it is our responsibility to create an inclusive and respectful workplace that inspires excellence and compassion both internally within WR and externally in our service to clients.
Senior Staff Accountant (Business Immigration Law)
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Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 DOE
WR Immigration is a global immigration firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. With nine offices in four time zones, the firm provides corporate global visa services in over 100 countries. WR is one of the fastest growing immigration service providers worldwide with over 40 attorneys and 150 immigration professionals working out of offices in Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Shanghai.
The Senior Staff Accountant works alongside other accountants under the supervision of the Financial Controller. As a key member of the Accounting team, they are critical to the financial and operational success of the firm as a whole, with responsibilities encompassing a broad range of tasks including billing and accounts receivable, vendor management and accounts payable, and financial reporting and analysis.
- Prepare and issue accurate client invoices in a timely manner, in accordance with firm policies and client agreements
- Manage the accounts receivable process, including tracking payments, following up on outstanding balances, and resolving billing discrepancies
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity across billing and accounting systems
- Leverage advanced Microsoft Excel skills to organize, analyze, and report on financial data (e.g., using formulas, pivot tables, charts)
- Collaborate with attorneys and administrative staff to ensure accurate client billing and proper allocation of legal fees and costs
- Reconcile billing and payment records regularly to ensure up-to-date financial reporting
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing processes
- Generate regular financial reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and management decision-making
- Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to address billing questions and financial matters
- Support compliance with legal and regulatory financial requirements, including document retention and audit preparation
- Additional projects and tasks as assigned
Senior Staff Accountant Responsibilities:
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree required; major in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred
- 5+ years of experience in full cycle accounting
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
- Data entry skills, specifically when dealing with numbers
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and Sales Force, NetSuite, so FinancialForce
- Proficiency in English and in MS Office
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. Salary may vary based on location and experience.
Diversity inspires excellence.WR Immigration is committed to creating, fostering, and preserving an inclusive environment. We support our team members from all nations and backgrounds to achieve their goals and build a life of their dreams. We recognize that our team members bring different talents, skills, and experiences, and their contributions are valuable for our clients and our firm. We believe that it isourresponsibility to create an inclusive and respectful workplace that inspires excellence and compassion both internally within WR and externally in our service to clients.
Business Immigration Consultant (Experienced Paralegal)
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About the Role: Fragomen's Business Immigration Consultant position will provide you with the opportunity to make an immediate impact on our business, as well as offer training, development, and long-term growth opportunities. Fragomen's exclusive focus on immigration means you will work in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging atmosphere with people who are passionate about immigration. Providing world class client service and industry leading technology solutions, Fragomen helps our clients to navigate the complex world of global immigration to better achieve their goals.
How will you make a difference as a Business Immigration Consultant at Fragomen?
- Perform more substantive and client facing work than is typical for a Paralegal in a law firm setting including varied case related duties requiring specialized knowledge and skills in employment-based immigration matters.
- Independently perform tasks related to case preparation and filing of petitions with government agencies, including document gathering, document review, case analysis, case drafting, etc.
- Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems, run reports as needed, and assist with review of cases.
- Work with clients to perform intake of cases, troubleshooting issues and establishing case strategy, along with recommending solutions and process improvements.
- Generate clear, well-organized written work product that demonstrates the accurate application of immigration knowledge and problem-solving skills.
- Proactively communicate with foreign nationals and client contacts, providing clear and prompt responses regarding case status or other general inquiries.
- Meet assigned deadlines that adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and communicate case progress, status, escalations to supervisor.
- Assist in the hiring and training of new team members and proactively identify ways to improve team productivity and office-wide projects.
- Recognize when changes to immigration policy may impact work and work with leadership to incorporate changes into processes.
- Be fluent with case management and other reporting tools and technologies used to manage data and information.
- Understand and contribute to team and individual productivity goals.
- Follow documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance (e.g., following Data Privacy protocols, using Connect accurately and in line with team and client protocols, etc.).
- Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset and regularly look for opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization with processes, products, or services.
- Associate's degree or Paralegal certificate plus 4 years of business immigration experience
- Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of business immigration experience
- Possesses strong knowledge of procedural requirements for various types of nonimmigrant and immigrant visas and client processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proofread documents, draft fluent prose, and avoid grammatical mistakes without the aid of AI engines
- Experience using various computer systems, including MS Word and Excel
- Desire to contribute to positive work environment, effectively collaborate and promote teamwork
At Fragomen, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits which includes:
- 22 PTO days + Federal holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
- 401K plan, with company matching
Learn More About Fragomen:
Please take time to read About Us, explore the Meaningful and Impactful Work we do for our clients, and review the standard Benefits we offer. You can find all the material to the right of this page.
All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm's pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate's identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.
Senior Business Immigration Consultant (Experienced Paralegal)
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About the Role: Fragomen's Senior Business Immigration Consultant position will provide you with the opportunity to make an immediate impact on our business, as well as offer training, development, and long-term growth opportunities. Fragomen's exclusive focus on immigration means you will work in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging atmosphere with people who are passionate about immigration. Providing world class client service and industry leading technology solutions, Fragomen helps our clients to navigate the complex world of global immigration to better achieve their goals.
This position will be based locally in the Phoenix office 3 days/week after a training period.
How will you make a difference as a Senior Business Immigration Consultant at Fragomen?
- Perform more substantive and client facing work than is typical for a Paralegal in a law firm setting including varied case related duties requiring specialized knowledge and skills in employment-based immigration matters.
- Independently perform tasks related to case preparation and filing of petitions with government agencies, including document gathering, document review, case analysis, case drafting, etc.
- Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems, run reports as needed, and assist with review of cases.
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert within employment-based immigration and provide guidance to the greater team.
- Work with clients to perform intake of cases, troubleshooting issues and establishing case strategy, along with recommending solutions and process improvements.
- Generate clear, well-organized written work product that demonstrates the accurate application of immigration knowledge and problem-solving skills.
- Proactively communicate with foreign nationals and client contacts, providing clear and prompt responses regarding case status or other general inquiries.
- Meet assigned deadlines that adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and communicate case progress, status, escalations to supervisor.
- Assist in the hiring and training of new team members and proactively identify ways to improve team productivity and office-wide projects.
- Recognize when changes to immigration policy may impact work and work with leadership to incorporate changes into processes.
- Be fluent with case management and other reporting tools and technologies used to manage data and information.
- Understand and contribute to team and individual productivity goals.
- Follow documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance (e.g., following Data Privacy protocols, using Connect accurately and in line with team and client protocols, etc.).
- Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset and regularly look for opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization with processes, products, or services.
- Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, Paralegal certification OR experience in a customer facing or client service-oriented role
- At least 5 years of business immigration experience (i.e., paralegal)
- Possesses strong knowledge of procedural requirements for various types of nonimmigrant and immigrant visas and client processes.
- Experience with NIV, IV, PERM and job change analysis for clients
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proofread documents, draft fluent prose, and avoid grammatical mistakes without the aid of AI engines
- Experience using various computer systems, including MS Word and Excel
- Desire to contribute to positive work environment, effectively collaborate and promote teamwork
At Fragomen, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits which includes:
- 22 PTO days + Federal holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
- 401K plan
Learn More About Fragomen:
Please take time to read About Us, explore the Meaningful and Impactful Work we do for our clients, and review the standard Benefits we offer. You can find all the material to the right of this page.
All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm's pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate's identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.
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Legal Assistant (Personal Injury, Immigration, and Bankruptcy Law)
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Location: Hybrid schedule with the option to work remotely 1–2 days per week.
Job Type: Full-Time
Languages Required: English and Spanish (fluency in both required)
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated, bilingual Legal Assistant to join our tight-knit and supportive team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a professional with 1–2 years of general office experience who is eager to grow in the legal field. No prior legal experience is required —we will provide training and support to help you thrive in this rewarding profession.
You’ll play a key role in supporting attorneys and clients in personal injury, immigration, and bankruptcy matters. You must be a strong communicator, organized, proactive, and compassionate, with a genuine desire to help people navigate challenging legal situations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and proofread legal documents and client correspondence
- Communicate professionally with clients regarding case status, document needs, and scheduling
- Request, track, and organize medical records and bills
- Assist with drafting immigration forms and petitions
- Scan and convert documents to Adobe PDF and ensure proper file management
- Schedule medical treatment and vehicle repairs for personal injury clients
- Follow up frequently with clients to gather case evidence and updates
- Conduct legal and procedural research and track immigration law updates
- Assist attorneys and paralegals in balancing multiple projects and deadlines
- Maintain professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive client matters
- Capable of managing and implementing follow-up strategies to obtain documents (as trained) without needing to be prompted by supervisor
Requirements:
- Fluent in Spanish and English (verbal and written)
- 1–2 years of professional or office experience (legal experience not required)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent proofreading and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Familiarity with CLIO and Adobe Acrobat is a plus
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work independently
- Friendly, compassionate, and professional demeanor
- Able to multitask in a fast-paced, client-centered environment
- Able to stay composed and responsive in emotional or high-pressure situations
Preferred But Not Required:
- Experience preparing immigrant or non-immigrant visa petitions
- Prior knowledge of personal injury or bankruptcy case workflow
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive on-the-job training
- Paid 90-day probationary period to ensure a strong mutual fit
- A supportive team environment focused on professional growth
- Opportunities to take on increasing responsibility
- A chance to make a real impact on the lives of our clients
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in this position and how your skills align with our mission.
We look forward to welcoming the next dedicated and driven member of our team!
Immigration Specialist

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
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The Immigration Specialist is responsible for providing U.S. immigration guidance and support to AbbVie's global pharmaceutical business. In partnership with AbbVie's immigration attorneys, this individual will help manage AbbVie's U.S. immigration program portfolio and will interface with internal and outside legal counsel and internal stakeholders. Candidates must have extensive hands-on employment-based immigration experience, including on all business non-immigrant (H, L, O, E, TN, etc.) and immigrant (PERM, OR, NIW, MnM, etc.) matters. This position reports to the Vice President, Employment, Labor and Immigration.
Core Job Responsibilities:
+ Manage and maintain business non-immigrant and immigrant matters in compliance with U.S. immigration laws, regulations and AbbVie policies.
+ Manage a portfolio of immigration matters to ensure timely and accurate submissions of government petitions and applications.
+ Advise Human Resources regarding global mobility to help enable domestic and global relocations by using industry insights and experience.
+ Develop and manage relationships with AbbVie's immigration internal and outside counsel.
+ Identify trends, concerns and programmatic and strategic needs to enable customized solutions that meet business needs.
+ Advise on matters related to I-9s, I-9 audits, and E-Verify.
+ Stay abreast of changes in laws that affect U.S. immigration sponsorship.
+ Communicate with internal clients and senior leaders regarding business immigration laws.
+ Manage a budget and ensure legal expenditures are in compliance with budgetary and internal guidelines.
+ Prepare and run reports for internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's degree. U.S. paralegal or law degree preferred.
+ Minimum 8 years of U.S. employment-based immigration portfolio management experience, with at least 4 years of which is in a corporate environment. Alternatively, would accept a JD or bachelor's and paralegal certificate, and 6 years of paralegal and/or US employment-based immigration portfolio management experience, with at least 4 years of which is in a corporate environment.
+ Experience managing a portfolio of immigration matters through the full life cycle of PERM, I-140 and adjustment of status, working with corporate stakeholders and beneficiaries and managing outside counsel on these matters.
+ Experience designing, implementing and maintaining a corporate compliance program (i.e. PAF, PERM audit files and related reporting)
+ Proven project management experience
+ Excellent oral/written communication, strong writing, organization/analytical and interpersonal skills;
+ Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, and able to analyze information, understand client needs, set and manage own work priorities to meet deadlines.
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+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees?
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Immigration Specialist
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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job DescriptionThe Immigration Specialist is responsible for providing U.S. immigration guidance and support to AbbVie’s global pharmaceutical business. In partnership with AbbVie’s immigration attorneys, this individual will help manage AbbVie’s U.S. immigration program portfolio and will interface with internal and outside legal counsel and internal stakeholders. Candidates must have extensive hands-on employment-based immigration experience, including on all business non-immigrant (H, L, O, E, TN, etc.) and immigrant (PERM, OR, NIW, MnM, etc.) matters. This position reports to the Vice President, Employment, Labor and Immigration.
Core Job Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain business non-immigrant and immigrant matters in compliance with U.S. immigration laws, regulations and AbbVie policies.
- Manage a portfolio of immigration matters to ensure timely and accurate submissions of government petitions and applications.
- Advise Human Resources regarding global mobility to help enable domestic and global relocations by using industry insights and experience.
- Develop and manage relationships with AbbVie’s immigration internal and outside counsel.
- Identify trends, concerns and programmatic and strategic needs to enable customized solutions that meet business needs.
- Advise on matters related to I-9s, I-9 audits, and E-Verify.
- Stay abreast of changes in laws that affect U.S. immigration sponsorship.
- Communicate with internal clients and senior leaders regarding business immigration laws.
- Manage a budget and ensure legal expenditures are in compliance with budgetary and internal guidelines.
- Prepare and run reports for internal stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree. U.S. paralegal or law degree preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of U.S. employment-based immigration portfolio management experience, with at least 4 years of which is in a corporate environment. Alternatively, would accept a JD or bachelor’s and paralegal certificate, and 6 years of paralegal and/or US employment-based immigration portfolio management experience, with at least 4 years of which is in a corporate environment.
- Experience managing a portfolio of immigration matters through the full life cycle of PERM, I-140 and adjustment of status, working with corporate stakeholders and beneficiaries and managing outside counsel on these matters.
- Experience designing, implementing and maintaining a corporate compliance program (i.e. PAF, PERM audit files and related reporting)
- Proven project management experience
- Excellent oral/written communication, strong writing, organization/analytical and interpersonal skills;
- Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, and able to analyze information, understand client needs, set and manage own work priorities to meet deadlines.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. Salary: $73,000 - $138,500
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
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