What are the responsibilities and job description for the Immigration Attorney position at Russell Tobin?
A well-established AMLAW 200 firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Immigration Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney to deepen their expertise in employment-based immigration while working on complex, high-value matters with a collaborative team of attorneys across the Labor, Employment, Benefits & Immigration practice.
This role offers meaningful client interaction, sophisticated casework, and long-term growth within a highly respected national firm.
Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload of immigration matters including non-immigrant visas, employment-based and family-based green cards, naturalization applications, waivers of inadmissibility, and I-9 compliance.
- Prepare and file non-immigrant and immigrant petitions, including:
- H-1B, O-1, P-1, E-2, L-1A/B
- NIW, EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C
- J-1 waivers and PERM/Labor Certification cases
- Draft and assemble petition packages, legal briefs, support letters, and government filings, including responses to RFEs, NOIDs, and audits.
- Conduct legal research on immigration statutes, regulations, and policy updates to advise clients accurately.
- Collaborate with attorneys, shareholders, paralegals, and administrative teams on complex immigration matters.
- Take ownership of cases from intake through final adjudication with limited supervision.
- Communicate with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of immigration matters.
- Represent clients in interviews and immigration-related proceedings when necessary.
- Contribute to case strategy and legal analysis, utilizing strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Stay informed on changes in immigration law to ensure compliance and provide strategic guidance.
- Support business development initiatives, including client consultations and networking opportunities.
- Participate in training programs, professional development, and practice group strategy meetings.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping and case documentation.
Qualifications
- 4–6 years of experience practicing immigration law.
- Strong experience with employment-based immigration, including temporary visas and permanent residence processes.
- Excellent knowledge of U.S. immigration law, regulations, and procedures.
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to independently manage multiple matters in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Experience handling healthcare industry immigration petitions is a plus.
- Admission to the Florida Bar preferred (not required).
- Strong academic credentials and commitment to client service.