Immigration Associate Jobs in Montclair, NJ (NOW HIRING)

About the Role: A career as a Business Immigration Associate at Fragomen gives you the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated, and diverse peer group. Our exclusive focus on immigration means you will practice in an exciting, dynamic, and challenging environment with talented individuals who share your passion for immigration. Working in a collegial, team-oriented environment, Fragomen Associates learn from the industry's leading experts. Our unwavering dedication to excellence and industry best practices is bolstered by cutting-edge technological innovation, enhancing the experience for both our clients and our exceptional staff.

• Build, strengthen, and maintain strong client relationships with key stakeholders in client accounts, as well as Partners and other relevant stakeholders, (e.g., take part in client meetings, briefings, workshops, Q&A sessions, proactively provide client reporting etc.).
• Formulate immigration strategies for intricate matters, demonstrating the capacity to present well-structured and concise arguments.
• Engage with clients at middle and senior management levels, offering counsel and consultation as necessary.
• With a comprehensive working knowledge of immigration law, serve as a business advisor, demonstrating a keen grasp of the client, the industry, and the associated risks.
• Acquire in-depth expertise in sector-specific issues and effectively apply this knowledge to address and resolve client scenarios.
• Ensure self and team follow firm protocols with respect to file maintenance, record keeping and use of firm's systems including data quality in Connect and other firm technology.
• Research complex technical immigration issues and formulate solutions, including completion of appropriate documentation.
• Independently execute case preparation and filing and develop strategies for complex matters.
• Identify and capitalize on revenue opportunities by exploring new business initiatives and by recognizing potential growth avenues within the team’s existing client base.
• Directly or indirectly supervise Associates and other staff, providing mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
• Lead the continuous improvement process, including seeking out and implementing opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and standardization of processes, products, or services.
• Support Partners/senior team members on client proposals and pitches, practice area business plans, and leading or taking part in RFPs where appropriate.
• Proactively identify and take part in marketing and business development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration across teams locally, regionally, and firmwide.
• Ensure self and team follow documented firm standards and policy to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance.
• Other duties as required.

• U.S. JD or LLM required
• Member of a US State bar or Washington DC bar association
• 5-8 years of experience at Associate level
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of immigration law
• Prior team management experience strongly preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Dedication to exceptional client service
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands
• Ability to contribute to a positive work environment

A reasonable and good-faith estimate of the current salary range for individuals able to work a hybrid schedule in the office locally is: $175,000.00 - $218,000.00 You may also be eligible to take advantage of our benefits offering, 401K, and paid time off plans.

• 27 PTO days + Federal holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
• 401K plan, with company matching

All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm's pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate's identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI-assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision-making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.

Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.

At Fragomen, we do meaningful and impactful work for our clients and put a focus on our Responsible Business Practices: #LifeAtFragomen: We drive innovation and change. We respect colleagues, embrace diversity, and empower others.

#FragomenForward: At Fragomen, pursuing an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce goes beyond a policy. It's part of our DNA- and always has been.

Year after year, we are recognized as leaders in diversity in our industry.

Giving Back.

We have a deep history of giving back to the communities where we live and work- and we continue that mission today.

Serving the less fortunate by providing advice and community support where it is most needed allows us to help immigrants secure a better future for themselves and their families.

Corporate Social Responsibility.

We believe there is more to success in business than generating profit- we want to do well by doing good.

We are committed to considering the impact that our business decisions have on our people, our planet, the communities in which we work and our clients.

Sustainability.

Fragomen is focused on sustainability in our business operations and practices- and we know there is much work to be done, with countless opportunities available to minimize our impact on the environment.

Well-being.

We are committed to implementing firmwide initiatives that support the health and wellness of our people, including programs to address work-life balance and benefits that cover a wide range of well-being needs of all employees.

Our #FragomenWorks program provides the ability to be successful at home or in the office, via Hybrid & Remote work arrangements.

Our Feedback Works process includes three managerial check-ins per year to help you progress in your career.

Unique learning programs like: Fragomen Academy, Leadership Academy, Practical Management Academy, and Regional Development Conferences.