Immigration Associate in Miami, Florida at Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney

We have an immediate opening in our Miami office for an Associate in our Immigration Practice Group. This position provides a fantastic opportunity to enhance your cutting-edge immigration knowledge with increased client contact, in an AMLAW 200 firm while working on high value immigration matters. The position also provides additional opportunities to work with attorneys at all levels within the Labor, Employment, Benefits, & Immigration Section of the Firm. Previous immigration and labor and employment experience is required, specifically with employment based immigration (temporary visas as well as permanent residence). Candidates must have excellent knowledge of immigration law and practice backed up with strong academic credentials and research skills. Admittance to practice in Florida is preferred, but not mandatory. Handling a diverse caseload of immigration matters such as non-immigrant petitions, employment-based and family-based green card processes, naturalization applications, waivers of inadmissibility and I-9 compliance. Conducting legal research into immigration laws, regulations and policies to provide accurate advice to clients. Collaborating with other attorneys, shareholders, paralegals and administrative personnel on complex immigration matters. Drafting legal arguments and analysis, forms and petition packages. This may include but not limited to H-1B, O-1, P-1, E-1, E-2, E-3, TN, L-1A/B, NIW, EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C. Taking ownership of cases from beginning to end with limited supervision. Utilizing and enhancing proficiency of case processing to handle each step in the life cycle of legal matters. Contributing to case strategy and analysis by employing creativity, innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. Representing clients at interviews before USCIS. Communicating with clients, government agencies and other parties involved in immigration cases. Staying updated on changes in immigration laws and policies to ensure compliance and provide strategic advice to clients. Assisting in business development efforts, client consultations and networking activities to grow the immigration practice. Participating in and conducting training programs, seminars and professional development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge and skills. Participating in immigration practice group strategy meetings, practice development meetings and other events for teambuilding. Upholding ethical standards and maintaining client confidentiality throughout all interactions and transactions. Keeping accurate and up-to-date accounting of time spent on each project.