Associate US Immigration & Nationality Lawyer (London / Remote → Hybrid)
Join a leading boutique US immigration law firm in London, with the opportunity to begin work remotely before relocating to the UK.
We’re looking for a US-qualified (or soon-to-be qualified) lawyer to join our close-knit team, dedicated to delivering personalised, high-quality legal support to individuals, families, and businesses. We value warmth, positivity, and a collaborative spirit.
This role would suit a recent law school graduate who has passed a US-state bar exam or will be taking one imminently.
Work Setup:
- If required, start remotely (e.g. from the US) during probation.
- Transition to London-based hybrid working (2–3 office days/week).
- UK visa sponsorship available after bar admission + probation.
- Permanent role dependent upon passing the bar.
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct legal research and provide advice on US immigration and nationality law.
- Manage client cases under the supervision of senior attorneys, from initial inquiry through to successful completion.
- Maintain and develop strong client relationships while efficiently managing casework.
- Handle a variety of US visa and nationality matters, including, but not limited to:
- Immigrant visas: EB-1, EB-2 (including National Interest Waivers), EB-3, and family-based immigrant visas.
- US nationality: citizenship, loss of nationality, passport applications.
- Supervise and collaborate with Client Support Assistants and Administrative staff as needed.
- Accurately record billable time, ensure prompt invoicing of fees and costs, and proactively monitor case profitability.
- Engage with prospective clients and, as experience grows, build and manage an independent caseload.
- Stay updated on developments in US immigration law and fulfil Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements by attending relevant conferences.
- Participate in business development, networking, and client outreach activities.
About You:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or the foreign equivalent).
- Admission to a US state or Washington, D.C. bar – OR taking the bar exam imminently.
- Strong interest in relocating to/working in the United Kingdom.
- Can provide one or two references from prior legal work (in a law firm, government clerkship, legal clinic, etc). Preference will be given to those with prior immigration experience.
- Strong writing and analytical skills and a high attention to detail.
- Desirable: participation in law review or another academic journal.
What We Offer:
- 28 days of paid vacation.
- Competitive salary (aligned with Central London market).
- Private healthcare insurance after completion of probation.
- Hybrid working model – two to three days per week in the office, with flexibility to work remotely on other days.
- Pension contributions based on full salary.
- Two weeks’ working abroad entitlement every year.
- Attend the AILA Annual Conference after second year of employment and then every other year.
- Attend one Rome District Chapter conference per year after first year of employment.
- Costs covered: law licence, AILA annual membership and one other professional organization.
