Immigration Specialist jobs in Detroit, MI

As an Employment Immigration Attorney, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients regarding their immigration needs, ensuring compliance with immigration laws and regulations. Your expertise in employment-based immigration, along with your in-depth understanding of the PERM process, will be essential in effectively advocating for clients and achieving successful outcomes.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

PERM Process and Strategy:

• ● Provide expert guidance on the PERM labor certification process, including

  strategy development, application preparation, and filing procedures.

• ● Conduct case evaluations to determine eligibility for PERM applications and

  advise clients on the best course of action.

• ● Develop comprehensive PERM strategies that align with clients' goals and

  minimize potential risks and challenges.

• ● Review and analyze supporting documents and information to ensure compliance

  with legal requirements and strengthen PERM applications.

• ● Draft and review PERM-related forms, notices, and responses, ensuring accuracy,

  legal sufficiency, and adherence to regulatory guidelines. Employment Immigration Representation:

  • ● Advise and represent clients in various employment-based immigration matters, including nonimmigrant visas (such as H-1B, L-1, O-1) and immigrant petitions (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3).

  • ● Prepare and file employment-based visa petitions, labor certification applications, and other relevant forms and documents.

  • ● Conduct legal research on complex immigration issues, statutes, regulations, and case law to provide accurate and up-to-date advice to clients.

• ● Prepare legal briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents to support clients' immigration cases.

• ● Represent clients in immigration proceedings, including responding to requests for evidence (RFEs), appeals, and interviews.

  Client Management and Communication:

• ● Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional

  customer service and understanding their unique immigration needs.

• ● Conduct client consultations, gather relevant information, and provide clear and

  concise explanations of legal options and potential outcomes.

• ● Keep clients informed of case progress, updates, and any changes in immigration

  laws or policies that may affect their cases.

• ● Respond to client inquiries and address concerns promptly and professionally.

  Compliance and Legal Knowledge:

• ● Stay updated on changes in immigration laws, regulations, policies, and

  procedures, particularly in the area of employment-based immigration and the

  PERM process.

• ● Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards in

  the practice of immigration law.

• ● Collaborate with colleagues to develop best practices, share knowledge, and

  contribute to the overall success of the firm.

  Required Skills/Abilities:

• ● Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• ● Active member of the NY State Bar with good standing.

• ● Minimum 3 years of experience practicing immigration law, with a focus on

  employment-based immigration and the PERM process.

• ● In-depth knowledge and experience with PERM labor certification, including filing

  requirements, prevailing wage determination, recruitment, and audit response

  procedures.

• ● Strong understanding of other employment-based visa categories, such as H-1B,

  L-1, O-1, EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3.

• ● Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.

• ● Professional demeanor and ability to maintain client confidentiality.

• ● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Gsuite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• ● Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• ● Active member of the NY State Bar with good standing.

• ● Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing civil litigation law.