Immigration Lawyer

• 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 personalised 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 a high caseload using case management software.
• Compliance & Research: Stay current on U.S. immigration law changes, USCIS policies, and employment-based immigration options. Analyse complex scenarios and provide strategic counsel on inadmissibility issues or visa history concerns. Ensure all operations meet ethical standards and regulatory requirements.

• LLB or LLM from an accredited university (Nigerian or international).
• Nigerian Bar Association membership or willingness to obtain certification in U.S. immigration law.
• 3+ years of 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 organisational 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.