Immigration lawyer (attorney of record)
Jumpstart Immigration · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $144,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Review and strategize immigration cases.
- Sign and take legal responsibility for petitions.
- Collaborate with paralegals and ops team.
- Work remotely with occasional meetups.
- Contribute to a fast-paced startup environment.
About the role
Jumpstart Immigration Lawyer (Attorney of Record) — Remote
Jumpstart Immigration provides a safer, more reliable path for global founders and skilled professionals seeking U.S. residency or work visas. We simplify the world's most complex immigration processes by merging high-level legal expertise with statistical models and artificial intelligence. This data-driven approach allows us to offer an industry-leading 98% approval-or-refund guarantee for O-1 visas, including insurance coverage for government filing fees, thereby minimizing financial risk for our clients. Our methodology significantly accelerates the process, with application timelines often compressed into just one to two weeks. Through our exclusive Founders Package, we provide a holistic transition to the U.S., encompassing immigration strategy, company formation partnerships, tax planning, and relocation services. Beyond the O-1, we are a strategic partner for high-talent categories, including EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, E-2, L-1, and H-1B.
Website: www.gojumpstart.com
Role Description:
We are looking for a licensed U.S. immigration attorney to serve as Attorney of Record — but this is not a traditional law firm role. Your focus will be on two things: legal strategy and final review. Our paralegals and ops team handle draft letters, document collection, and full case assembly. You come in to ensure the legal strategy is sound and that every petition is airtight before it goes out the door. This means you can do more of what you're actually good at — and less of the administrative grind. That said, we're a startup, and we move fast. We're looking for someone who's adaptable, excited about building something from the ground up, and genuinely wants to grow with us — not just clock in and review files.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attorney of Record: Sign and take legal responsibility for immigration petitions, including O-1A/B, EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, E-2, L-1, and H-1B filings.
- Case Strategy: Analyze client profiles and define the legal approach for each case, working closely with our ops and paralegal teams who execute from there.
- Final Petition Review: Review completed evidence packages and petitions assembled by the team, ensuring legal accuracy and compliance with USCIS standards before submission.
- RFE Strategy & Review: Provide legal direction and final sign-off on responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and other government correspondence.
- Legal Guidance to the Team: Serve as the internal legal reference for our paralegals and ops team — answering questions, flagging risks, and keeping cases on the right track.
Qualifications:
- Licensure: Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state (required).
- Immigration Experience: Demonstrated experience handling O-1, EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, and/or other employment-based immigration matters.
- Strong Written English: Ability to review and provide feedback on legal briefs and communicate clearly with a cross-functional team.
- Tech-Friendly: Open to working within modern tools and AI-assisted processes — we leverage technology at every step.
- Startup Mindset: Comfortable with ambiguity, fast iterations, and wearing different hats when needed.
The Ideal Profile:
- Detail-Oriented: You catch what others miss. Deadlines are sacred to you.
- Collaborative: You work well with a cross-functional team and don't operate in a silo.
- Proactive: You flag issues before they become problems and take ownership of outcomes.
- Growth-Oriented: You want to be part of something bigger — not just a vendor, but a real stakeholder in what we're building.
- Mission-Aligned: You genuinely care about helping talented people navigate a broken system — and you want to be part of fixing it.
Location & Compensation:
This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. That said, we believe in the value of in-person collaboration — the role includes occasional meetups for strategic planning and team building.
Compensation: $9,000–$12,000/month (Contractor), depending on experience and workload
Stock Options plan: $30,000 grant — 1-year cliff, 5-year vesting
Workload: Open to part-time (50%) or full-time — we're flexible on the right person
Location: Remote
Start Date: Immediately
How to Apply:
Please complete the form below, and our team will be in touch: https://forms.gle/QZfMHGQeB84Xt65r9
Key skills/competency
- Immigration Lawyer
- Attorney of Record
- O-1 Visas
- EB-1A Visas
- EB-2 NIW Visas
- E-2 Visas
- L-1 Visas
- H-1B Visas
- Legal Strategy
- USCIS Compliance
Skills & topics
- Immigration Lawyer
- Attorney
- USCIS
- Visa
- O-1 Visa
- EB-1A Visa
- EB-2 NIW
- E-2 Visa
- L-1 Visa
- H-1B Visa
- Legal Strategy
- Remote
- Startup
- Contractor
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight immigration law experience and specific visa types handled.
- Address startup mindset: Emphasize adaptability and willingness to build.
- Showcase tech proficiency: Mention experience with modern tools and AI.
- Apply directly: Use the provided link for your application.
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Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Attorney of Record role at Jumpstart Immigration?
- The Attorney of Record at Jumpstart Immigration primarily focuses on legal strategy and final review of immigration petitions. Unlike traditional roles, our paralegals and ops team handle case assembly, allowing you to concentrate on ensuring legal soundness and accuracy before submission.
- What types of immigration cases will I handle as an Immigration Lawyer at Jumpstart?
- As an Immigration Lawyer at Jumpstart, you will handle various employment-based immigration petitions, including O-1A/B, EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, E-2, L-1, and H-1B filings. Your role involves defining the legal strategy and conducting the final review of these cases.
- Is this a remote position, and are there any in-office requirements for the Immigration Lawyer role?
- Yes, this is a fully remote position, offering flexibility to work from anywhere. However, there will be occasional in-person meetups for strategic planning and team building, which are considered part of the role's collaborative aspect.
- What is the compensation for the Immigration Lawyer position at Jumpstart Immigration?
- The compensation for this contractor role ranges from $9,000 to $12,000 per month, depending on experience and workload. Additionally, there is a stock options plan with a $30,000 grant, subject to a 1-year cliff and 5-year vesting.
- What qualifications are essential for the Immigration Lawyer role at Jumpstart Immigration?
- Essential qualifications include active bar membership in at least one U.S. state, demonstrated experience with employment-based immigration (O-1, EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, etc.), strong written English skills, a tech-friendly attitude, and a startup mindset comfortable with ambiguity and fast iterations.
- How does Jumpstart Immigration differ from a traditional law firm for this Immigration Lawyer role?
- Jumpstart Immigration uses a data-driven approach with AI and statistical models to simplify immigration processes. For this role, the focus is on legal strategy and final review, with administrative tasks handled by a dedicated team, differentiating it from the heavy caseload and administrative burden often found in traditional firms.