About the RoleMeltzer Hellrung is building out its complex individual petitions group, focused on working with high-skilled individuals in pursuing O‑1, EB‑1A, EB‑1B, and NIW petitions. Meltzer Hellrung assesses risk for clients at the consultation stage and works with individuals who accept the risks involved, as long as applications are not frivolous. The firm does not turn away applicants because the firm cannot confidently guarantee approvals.The Associate Attorney / Sr. Associate Attorney – Complex Individual Petitions position will support and lead individuals (and sometimes their employers) through the process of securing work visas and green cards for foreign national employees. The role is responsible for helping clients make strategic decisions in structuring applications, determining what visas to apply for, and the best way to secure those benefits, collaborating with other attorneys and paralegals to prepare and review petitions to the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Labor, and the Department of State. The practice is fast‑moving and deadline‑driven, requiring excellent prioritization across multiple active matters, consultations, and client communications each day, with a significant part of the job being responsive communication via email and phone.LocationOffered in Chicago and remotely, including anywhere in the world.AvailabilityImmediate contract, part‑time (hours will vary based on firm workload). New hires located outside of Chicago are expected to report to the Chicago office for one week upon starting for in‑person training. Remote employees are expected to come to Chicago once per quarter for firm events; the firm will cover the cost of travel.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate cases and assist in providing case strategies and/or solutions to issuesGuide clients and employees through immigration processesConduct regular phone calls with clients regarding legal updates, immigration process updates, company immigration policy, and best practicesReview petitions and responses to governmental inquiries for U.S. immigration benefits prepared by paralegals and junior attorneysDraft complex narratives and legal arguments for EB‑1A, EB‑1B, NIW, and O‑1 petitions and related RFEs/NOIDsRespond to client and foreign national communicationProvide support and leadership to assigned team(s), including junior attorneys and paralegalsProvide coverage for attorneys on vacation and leave of absenceMay liaise with other attorneys or departments in the firm on projects and initiativesPerform legal research and prepare legal memoranda and/or legal briefsMaintain professionalism, responsiveness, and sound boundaries in high‑expectation client relationshipsDevelop criterion‑by‑criterion case strategies and evidentiary plans for O‑1, EB‑1A, EB‑1B, and NIW mattersAdvise clients on evidentiary sufficiency, including media documentation, recommendation letters, expert letters, authorship/judging evidence, translations, and exhibit strategyExperience RequiredLicensed attorney in the United StatesAt least 3 years of experience in a high‑volume business immigration environmentDemonstrated expertise with O‑1, EB‑1A, EB‑1B, and NIW processes—at least two years dedicated to these complex petitions, or at least four years with at least 30 % focus on similar petitionsExperience independently managing client account relationshipsExperience managing paralegals for application preparationDemonstrated ability to generate and keep clients is strongly desiredBenefitsFound at RangePart‑time, contract position $50‑95 per hour and is commensurate with location, experience and background.We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr