Employment-Based Immigration Attorney
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $200,000 , based on experience and case volume capability
• Professional growth opportunity within a specialized immigration law practice
• Collaborative, on-site team environment in San Diego, CA
Job Summary
An established immigration law firm is seeking an experienced Employment-Based Immigration Attorney to join its San Diego office.
This position focuses exclusively on employment-based immigrant visa matters , including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience managing PERM labor certifications and I-140 petitions from initiation through final adjudication.
Job Responsibilities
• Manage employment-based green card matters, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions.
• Prepare and file PERM Labor Certification applications.
• Draft and file I-140 Immigrant Petitions .
• Prepare National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, when applicable.
• Advise corporate clients on employment-based immigration strategies.
• Draft legal support letters and detailed petition briefs.
• Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) .
• Work directly with HR representatives and corporate stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and USCIS regulations.
• Monitor priority dates and assist with adjustment of status strategy.
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing (California preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of employment-based immigration law experience .
• Demonstrated experience with:
• PERM Labor Certifications
• I-140 Immigrant Petitions
• EB-1 Petitions
• EB-2 Petitions (NIW experience preferred)
• EB-3 Petitions
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience advising corporate clients is preferred.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established immigration law firm dedicated exclusively to employment-based immigration. They help employers hire and retain top global talent while guiding foreign nationals through the employment-based green card process. Their team combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, providing strategic immigration solutions that support both businesses and individuals navigating complex U.S. immigration laws.
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