Senior Immigration Attorney

Sr. Immigration Attorney

Job ID: SLP0001

Position Name: Senior Immigration Attorney (EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and O1 employment-based petition)

Experience: 5+ Years

Location: United States

Work Arrangement: Remote until May 2026 → Hybrid in Seattle, WA or Phoenix, AZ (2+ days/week)

Posted Date: March 10, 2026

About Silicon Path Law

Silicon Path Law is a boutique immigration law firm specializing in employment-based immigration for technology professionals, researchers, founders, and other high-impact individuals. Our practice focuses primarily on EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and O1 employment-based petition strategies.

Our mission is to help exceptional individuals build extraordinary careers in the United States through strategic legal advocacy and thoughtful case preparation.

Position Overview

Silicon Path Law is seeking a Senior Immigration Attorney with deep EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and O1 employment-based petitions experience to join our growing team.

This role is ideal for an attorney who has successfully handled extraordinary ability petitions from consultation through approval, understands how to craft compelling case narratives, and can guide clients through complex immigration strategies.

The position will be fully remote until May 2026, after which the attorney will work in a hybrid model (minimum two days per week in office) in either Seattle, WA or Phoenix, AZ.

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Washington or Arizona by May 2026.

Key Responsibilities

EB-1A Case Strategy & Petition Preparation

• Manage a portfolio of EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and O1 employment-based petitions from intake through final adjudication
• Develop persuasive legal strategies tailored to each client's achievements and professional profile
• Draft and review petition letters, legal briefs, and supporting documentation
• Evaluate evidence to demonstrate eligibility under USCIS extraordinary ability criteria

Client Consultation & Case Development

• Conduct in-depth consultations with prospective and existing clients
• Assess eligibility and develop case strategies for EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and O1 employment-based petitions
• Guide clients through evidence collection and documentation processes
• Provide clear legal advice and strategic guidance throughout the petition lifecycle

Collaboration

• Work closely with paralegals and case managers to ensure efficient case preparation
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the firm

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Active bar membership in any U.S. state
• 5+ years of immigration law experience
• Significant hands-on experience preferred preparing EB-1A petitions
• Demonstrated track record of successful extraordinary ability approvals
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Excellent client communication and advisory abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and case organization
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and O1 employment-based petitions
• Experience working with researchers, engineers, startup founders, or academics
• Familiarity with USCIS policy guidance for extraordinary ability petitions
• Experience mentoring paralegals or junior attorneys
• Membership in AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and CLE support
• Opportunity to specialize in high-impact employment-based immigration
• Collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Meaningful work helping exceptional individuals build careers in the United States