Description:
About the Role
Saenz Garcia Law, PLLC is seeking a high-caliber Employment-Based Immigration Attorney to lead our Business Immigration Department. We are looking for a strategic legal advocate who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to safeguarding client rights through expert representation.
We are open to two types of professional arrangements:
- Independent Contractor: Specifically for "Production" experts focused on high-level EB-1, NIW, and H-2B filings, or "Consulting" experts focused on intake and lead conversion.
- Full-Time Employee: A leadership role for those seeking to own the department long-term. In addition to Business Immigration, you will collaborate with the firm’s broader immigration practice (Deportation/Asylum) as needed.
Leadership & Case Management
- Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team (attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants) in the production and filing of EB and H-2B cases.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, NIW, and PERM labor certifications.
- Oversee case management to ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and timely filing.
- Act as the primary escalation point for complex legal issues and service delivery challenges.
Legal Expertise & Client Relations
- Provide expert counsel on a wide range of matters, including EB-1A, NIW, O-1, EB-5, and H-2B visas.
- Conduct meticulous client consultations and document strategic follow-up tasks for lead conversion.
- Drive light business development and networking to expand the firm’s Business Immigration footprint.
- Draft and review high-level legal documents: support letters, motions, briefs, and Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
- Conduct final reviews of all filings before submission to ensure the highest quality of advocacy.
Operational Excellence
- Master and optimize the firm’s case management software.
- Update and implement SOPs and workflows to eliminate bottlenecks and mitigate risk.
- Maintain cutting-edge knowledge of evolving immigration laws and regulations.
Requirements:
Qualifications
- Education & Licensure: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and an active membership in good standing with a State Bar(Texas preferred).
- Experience: Several years of experience in employment-based immigration law with a focus on complex strategic counsel.
- Expertise: Extensive experience in EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, NIW, and PERM is mandatory.
- H-2B Specialist: In-depth knowledge of H-2B petitions and Department of Labor (DOL) compliance.
- Litigation Readiness: For W2 candidates, knowledge of deportation defense and asylum law is required to support the firm’s broader mission.
- Skills: Exceptional analytical research skills, persuasive writing, and the ability to manage a diverse, high-volume caseload.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, government agencies, and team members.