Immigration Attorney

SagePaths
  • Manhattan, New York
  • $130,000–$250,000 Per Year
30+ days ago

Job Description

 Immigration Attorney (New York City)

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid or On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Practice Area: Immigration Law

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Immigration Attorney to join our New York City practice. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of employment-based and/or family-based immigration matters, advising clients on U.S. immigration strategy, and representing individuals and businesses before U.S. immigration agencies.

The ideal candidate is client-focused, organized, and confident navigating complex immigration regulations while delivering practical, timely solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end immigration cases, including strategy, drafting, filing, and follow-up

  • Prepare and review immigration petitions and applications such as:

    • H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-3

    • PERM labor certifications

    • I-140, I-485, adjustment of status

    • Family-based petitions and consular processing (if applicable)

  • Advise corporate and individual clients on immigration options, compliance, and risk

  • Communicate directly with clients, government agencies, and internal stakeholders

  • Respond to RFEs, NOIDs, and other agency correspondence

  • Stay current on immigration laws, policies, and regulatory changes

  • Maintain accurate case records and meet strict filing deadlines

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

  • Active license and good standing with a U.S. state bar (NY preferred)

  • 2+ years of immigration law experience (employment-based preferred; family-based a plus)

  • Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration laws and procedures

  • Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment

  • High level of professionalism and client service orientation

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with high-volume corporate immigration

  • Familiarity with case management systems (e.g., Docketwise, INSZoom, LawLogix)

  • Prior experience working with startups, tech companies, or multinational clients

  • Bilingual abilities (a plus, not required)

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary ($130,000-$250,000) Depending on experience

  • Performance-based bonuses

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Professional development and CLE support

Numbers & Facts

LocationManhattan, New York
Salary$130,000–$250,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Attorneyunmatched
  • Case Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Immigration Lawunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Riskunmatched
  • Startupunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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