Immigration Attorney – Employment & Family-Based Immigration

The ARM Group is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney for one of our clients in Buffalo, NY.

Role

This position is ideal for an attorney with a strong background in employment-based immigration, including extensive experience with PERM Labor Certifications, while also possessing experience in family-based immigration matters.

The successful candidate will advise and represent both corporate and individual clients on a broad range of U.S. immigration matters. This is a client-focused, detail-oriented role involving the preparation and management of complex immigration cases from initial consultation through final adjudication.

No billable hour requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client consultations and manage new case intake.
• Prepare and file employment-based immigrant visa petitions, including:
• PERM Labor Certifications
• EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 petitions
• Form I-140 petitions
• Prepare and manage business-based nonimmigrant visa petitions, including:
• H-1B
• L-1
• TN
• E Visa classifications
• O-1 petitions
• Advise employers on Form I-9 compliance, E-Verify requirements, and employment eligibility verification.
• Represent corporate and individual clients throughout the immigration process.
• Provide legal advice and strategic guidance on routine and complex immigration matters with minimal supervision.
• Review and finalize petitions, applications, and supporting documentation prepared by paralegals and legal support staff.
• Serve as the primary attorney responsible for final case review prior to filing.
• Accompany clients to USCIS interviews when required.
• Conduct legal research and remain current on changes in immigration laws, regulations, agency guidance, and policy developments.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case strategy, timelines, and updates.
• Collaborate effectively within a fast-paced, team-oriented legal environment while managing multiple deadlines and priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of any U.S. State Bar.
• Minimum 3 years of experience handling employment-based immigration matters, including substantial PERM Labor Certification experience.
• Strong experience preparing employment-based immigrant petitions, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 classifications.
• Experience handling business immigration matters, including H-1B, L-1, TN, E, and O-1 petitions.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage a high-volume caseload.
• Ability to quickly absorb and analyze new legal developments and apply them effectively.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling family-based immigration matters, including adjustment of status, family petitions, consular processing, and naturalization.
• Experience advising employers on immigration compliance programs.
• Familiarity with immigration case management software such as INSZoom, LawLogix, Docketwise, or similar platforms.
• Ability to travel to Canada for business meetings, conferences, client meetings, and other firm-related events as required.

Core Competencies

• PERM Labor Certification experience
• Employment-Based Immigration
• Business Immigration
• Family-Based Immigration
• USCIS & Department of Labor (DOL) Compliance
• Form I-9 & E-Verify Compliance
• Legal Research & Analysis
• Case Strategy & Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Attention to Detail
• Team Collaboration
• Time & Priority Management

Why Join Us?

• No billable hour requirement.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated employment- and family-based immigration matters.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Direct client interaction and meaningful case ownership.
• Excellent opportunity for long-term professional growth and development.

Disclaimer:

ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.

By applying for this job, you consent to allow representatives of ARM GROUP LLC to contact you regarding your candidacy. This may include communication via email, phone, text, or other means deemed appropriate by ARM GROUP LLC. Rest assured, your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.

It's important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background check and drug screening.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status