Immigration Attorney - Mandarin Chinese Required

【Job Summary】
We are seeking a bilingual Immigration Attorney (Mandarin Chinese/English) to join our growing team. This role focuses on representing Mandarin-speaking clients in L-1 intracompany transferee visas, O-1 extraordinary ability visas, H-1B specialty occupation visas, and family-based immigration (including I-130, I-485, and consular processing). The ideal candidate is a licensed U.S. attorney who is fluent in Mandarin Chinese, understands the unique needs of the Chinese immigrant and business community, and can independently manage cases from consultation to completion.

【Responsibilities】
* Consult with Mandarin-speaking clients to assess immigration cases, explain legal options, and develop case strategies
* Prepare and file L-1 intracompany transferee visa petitions (L-1A for managers/executives and L-1B for specialized knowledge employees), including new office petitions, extensions, and blanket applications
* Prepare and file O-1 extraordinary ability visa petitions for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, including O-2 and O-3 dependents
* Prepare and file H-1B specialty occupation visa petitions, including initial H-1B, amendments, extensions, and transfers, as well as H-4 dependent applications
* Prepare and file family-based immigration applications, including I-130 petitions for alien relatives, I-485 adjustment of status, consular processing, and waivers (I-601, I-601A)
* Review client documents to ensure applications are complete and error-free before submission
* Prepare clients for USCIS interviews and provide legal guidance and strategy
* Draft legal documents including attorney briefs, RFE responses, motions, and legal memoranda
* Delegate tasks to and oversee immigration paralegals and support staff
* Provide bilingual (Chinese/English) legal communication with clients, government agencies, and opposing counsel
* Contribute to client education through bilingual content (articles, videos) about L-1, O-1, H-1B, and family-based immigration topics

【Qualifications】
Required:
* Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
* Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar (California Bar strongly preferred)
* Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English – both written and spoken (hard requirement)
* 2-5 years of experience as an immigration attorney
* Demonstrated experience in L-1, O-1, H-1B, and family-based immigration cases
* Ability to independently manage cases from start to finish
* Excellent legal writing and research skills
* U.S. work authorization
Preferred:
* California Bar license in good standing
* Experience with RFEs (Requests for Evidence) and NOIDs (Notices of Intent to Deny) for L-1, O-1, and H-1B petitions
* Experience with PERM labor certification and EB-1/EB-2/EB-3 employment-based green card processes
* Experience with BIA appeals or federal court litigation
* Chinese heritage or cultural background with deep understanding of the Chinese immigrant experience

【Compensation & Benefits】
* Competitive salary based on experience ($110,000 - $160,000 per year)
* Comprehensive benefits package and performance-based bonus opportunities

【How to Apply】
Please submit your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
In your cover letter, please specify:
* Your Mandarin Chinese proficiency level
* Your experience with L-1, O-1, H-1B, and/or family-based immigration cases
* Any experience working with Chinese-speaking clients or in the Chinese community

Pay: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person