Corporate Immigration Partners (CIP) is a dedicated group of immigration attorneys and legal professionals who bring dynamic perspectives and extensive experience to the workplace and our clients. At CIP, we strike a balance between caring for our clients and our employees while producing consistent work at the highest level. CIP is always on the lookout for brilliant, self-motivated, team-orientated individuals who can bring fresh ideas, varying perspectives and contribute to the firm’s continued growth and success.
THE VALUES OF CORPORATE IMMIGRATION PARTNERS
A set of core values drives the growth of Corporate Immigration Partners. They are the pervasive theme that governs our work and interactions with others.
PEOPLE FIRST
At Corporate Immigration Partners, we believe that our shared humanity brings people closer together. We put people first, both internally and externally, in the decisions we make and the vital immigration work we undertake.
COMMUNICATION
The secret to any successful relationship is communication. We believe in straightforward and proactive communication with our staff and clients. With a critical and strategic approach, we face challenges in a united front.
TEAMWORK
Corporate Immigration Partners believe that teamwork and partnerships propel success. We aim to foster a supportive, collaborative environment that enables us to develop creative solutions to whatever challenges we face.
EXCELLENCE
Corporate Immigration Partners firmly believe in critical, strategic problem solving, exceptional white-glove service, and a voracious appetite for knowledge and excellence in the United States and global immigration fields.
INCLUSION & DIVERSITY
We firmly believe that Corporate Immigration Partners has an obligation and responsibility to strengthen the diversity of our workforce. We live this value daily as a majority woman-owned business with diverse backgrounds.
GIVING BACK
Corporate Immigration Partners takes the initiative to help our fellow and soon-to-be citizens seek opportunities to give back to our respective communities. By giving back time or treasure, we can live more fulfilling lives.
BECAUSE PEOPLE MATTER
As a majority women-owned law firm, we understand that our employees and their families come first. We also provide medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. With an eye towards our employees’ futures and wellbeing, staff members also receive a competitive 401k plan, wellness program benefits, and an education stipend.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING CIP
We owe our success to the clients who trust us and the staff members who deliver exemplary service to them.
No matter what role they perform, every staff member at Corporate Immigration Partners is a highly valued team member. Because we believe that people do their best work when they’re happy and well provided for, employee culture is a top priority.
CIP is a majority women-owned law firm, and as a people-focused practice, families are a huge part of our clientele. Family values are simply part of who we are! We encourage all members of the firm to establish and maintain a healthy work-home life balance so you can be present with your loved ones. You’ll enjoy all the paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid time off, and parental leave that you deserve while you’re here with us.
We also provide medical, dental, vision, and life insurance to all staff members because you can’t go the extra mile for clients if you’re worried about your own basic needs. Our Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) provide peace of mind when you need it most.
Healthcare should be more than just fixing existing problems, however, and we empower staff to take advantage of various wellness program benefits and an education stipend, so we are continually growing individually and collectively.
Finally, CIP cares about our employees’ futures, so we offer a competitive 401k plan to help you save and pass on the security you’ve earned to the most important people in your life.
If this kind of work culture sounds like the right fit for you, please contact us to explore becoming a part of the vital work we do.
OPEN POSITIONS AT CORPORATE IMMIGRATION PARTNERS
While CIP is always on the lookout for brilliant, self-motivated individuals who can bring fresh ideas, varying perspectives, and contribute to the firm’s growth and direction, we have an immediate need for the following openings.
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Attorney
Job Description: Attorney
Employment Terms: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: San Francisco, California (Preferred)
Position Overview
The attorney assists the assigned team(s) in the review and filing of immigration casework. The attorney will closely liaise with client contacts, provide strategic legal counsel, and help manage immigration programs. Should have in-depth experience with high volume employment-based NIV and IV immigration cases, including PERM, I-140, AOS, H-1B, L-1, TN, and E visa matters. This role also requires legal research and preparation of complex written projects for immigration cases.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides support and leadership to assigned team(s)
- Provide coverage for attorneys on vacation and leave of absence
- Assist with maintenance of casework quality and consistency on the assigned team(s)
- Evaluate cases and assist in providing case strategies and/or solutions to issues
- Guide clients and employees through processes
- May liaise with other attorneys or departments in the firm on projects
- May provide supervision of other employees, as required
- Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda and/or legal briefs
- Analyze facts, patterns, and complex legal issues to provide sound legal advice
- Prepare immigration-based filings for complex case management
Position Requirements
- 3+ years of related experience
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to generate work product with considerable accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service
- Ability to multi-task and fulfill daily responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment
- Fluency of the English language in both written and verbal forms
Core Competencies
- Organizational skills (i.e., ability to meet deadlines + multi-task)
- Attention to detail
- Relevant intrinsic motivation
- Written & verbal communication
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Customer focus/empathy
Education / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline, desired but not required)
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree
- Admittance to the State Bar (California preferred)
Paralegal
Job Description: Paralegal
Employment Terms: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: San Francisco, California (Remote Considered)
Position Overview
The Business Immigration Paralegal will play a crucial part on the legal team(s) and be involved with petition and application drafting and other legal administrative support tasks as required. All such tasks will be undertaken in an effective & efficient manner to support positive client outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft petitions, complete forms, and letters. May be both nonimmigrant and/or immigrant-related petitions and applications
- Prepare and file labor condition applications and other relevant supporting documentation
- Review documentation to determine facts + information
- Client communication
- Perform all duties under close supervision of an attorney, case manager, and/or relevant leader
Position Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience as a paralegal within immigration law
- Experience specifically within business immigration law is highly advantageous
- Strong organizational & time management skills and ability to prioritize
- Ability to generate work product with considerable accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service
- Ability to multi-task and fulfill daily responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including actively listening
- Ability to accept and adapt to feedback regarding work performance
- A strong team focus that assists to foster a sense of community within the firm
fluency of the English language in both written and verbal forms
Core Competencies
- Organizational skills (i.e., ability to meet deadlines + multi-task)
- Attention to detail
- Relevant intrinsic motivation
- Written & verbal communication
- Customer focus/empathy
Education / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline) – preferred not essential
- Paralegal Certificate (ABA recognized) or equivalent experience, as per California Law
Manager, Legal Operations & Support
Job Description: Manager, Legal Operations & Support
Employment Terms: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: San Francisco, California (This Is Not A Remote Position)
Position Overview
The Manager, Legal Operations & Support will play a key role in leading and managing the firm’s centralized filing process of legal immigration cases. This role requires strong attention to detail, and an individual who is process-oriented, strives for efficiency, and can suggest and implement process changes (upon approval). As the Legal Assistant team manager, you foster a collaborative environment and lead by example with a “can-do” attitude and a vision of excellence, inclusivity, and compassion.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee Legal Assistant (LA) Team (50%)
- Provide guidance and mentoring to Legal Assistant Team, allocating and balancing workloads as needed to ensure that tasks are distributed equally and are completed timely
- Proactively contribute insights and ideas to improve processes
- Communicate information with the broader team as needed
- Oversee, coordinate, monitor, and assist (as necessary) with completion of critical administrative tasks (50%)
- Prepare shipping labels and various filings
- Collect, sort, distribute or prepare mail
- Scan, upload, and update documents to internal systems
- May process or prepare memos, correspondence, or other documents
Position Requirements
- Must be able to work in the office a minimum of 4 days a week
- Full-time onsite training required for an initial 30-day period (5 days/week)
- Preferred: 2-3 years of experience as a Paralegal within business immigration law
- Strong organizational & time management skills and ability to prioritize
- Ability to generate work product with considerable accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including actively listening
- Ability to accept and adapt to feedback regarding work performance
- A strong team focus that assists in fostering a sense of community within the Firm
- Fluency of the English language in both written and verbal forms
- Ability to multi-task and fulfill daily responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment
Core Competencies
- Process-oriented
- Proficient with different technologies
- Organizational skills (i.e., ability to meet deadlines + multi-task)
- Attention to detail
- Relevant intrinsic motivation
- Customer focus/empathy
Education / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline) – preferred not required
