Job Type
Full-time, Contract
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.