Immigration Lawyer at Elsadave

Role Overview

• We're seeking an experienced Immigration Lawyer to lead legal operations for O-1 and EB-2 NIW petitions, provide expert guidance, and ensure USCIS compliance.

Key Responsibilities
EB-2 NIW & O-1 Visa Petitions:

• Advise clients on eligibility for EB-2 NIW and O-1 visas, assessing qualifications and recommending optimal immigration pathways.
• Prepare and file comprehensive petitions demonstrating national interest benefit (NIW) or extraordinary ability (O-1).
• Draft persuasive legal arguments, petition narratives, and compile supporting documentation including awards, publications, expert letters, and media recognition. Manage USCIS correspondence and respond to RFEs and NOIDs.

Legal Strategy & Client Management:

• Conduct in-depth consultations to develop personalized immigration strategies aligned with career goals. Advise on maintaining lawful status, visa renewals, extensions, and change of status matters.
• Prepare briefs and arguments for appeals of adverse decisions. Maintain regular client communication and manage high caseload using case management software.

Compliance & Research:

• Stay current on U.S. immigration law changes, USCIS policies, and employment-based immigration options.
• Analyze complex scenarios and provide strategic counsel on inadmissibility issues or visa history concerns. Ensure all operations meet ethical standards and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• LLB or LLM from accredited university (Nigerian or international).
• Nigerian Bar Association membership OR willingness to obtain certification in U.S. immigration law.
• 3+ years experience in immigration law, visa applications, or related legal practice.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration processes (EB-2 NIW, O-1, or similar visa categories).
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills in English. Strong client communication abilities with proven organizational and deadline management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with U.S. immigration petitions or visa processing. Familiarity with USCIS procedures and documentation requirements. Experience with remote legal practice and case management tools.