Immigration Partner

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Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Immigration Partner to lead and expand its corporate immigration practice. This role is ideal for a senior attorney with a strong background in employment-based immigration and a portable book of business. The position focuses on providing strategic legal counsel to corporate clients across a variety of industries and jurisdictions. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to manage complex immigration matters, develop client relationships, and lead a high-performing legal team. Multiple office locations are available.

Location:

• Buffalo, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on a full range of business immigration matters, including:

  • Nonimmigrant visas (E-1/E-2, H-1B, L-1, O-1)

  • Immigrant petitions (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3)

  • Adjustment of status applications

• Provide strategic guidance to employers on workforce mobility and immigration compliance

• Lead risk mitigation initiatives and develop best practices for immigration policies and programs

• Counsel clients on maintaining compliance with U.S. immigration law and regulatory developments

• Collaborate with legal teams to deliver integrated legal services across related practice areas

• Lead client service initiatives and ensure high levels of responsiveness and legal quality

• Drive practice growth through business development efforts, including expanding existing client relationships and sourcing new engagements

• Mentor and support attorneys and staff within the immigration team

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in business immigration law

• Established client base or portable book of business involving corporate immigration matters

• Demonstrated leadership experience in team management and client engagement

• Proven success in business development and growing a legal practice

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (admission in New York or New Jersey preferred, depending on office location)

Skills:

• Deep expertise in U.S. immigration law and employment-based visa classifications

• Strong legal drafting, research, and communication skills

• Strategic thinker with the ability to advise clients across industries

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive for client development and team building

• Ability to manage a high-volume, complex caseload with professionalism and efficiency

• Collaborative team player with leadership capabilities

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and long-term disability coverage

  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

  • 401(k) retirement plan and pension options

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Professional development support and firm-sponsored CLEs

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306