How much do you make as an immigration attorny at big firms? I work at a small firm (5 attorneys), immigration practice only. Starting is 70k with benefits.

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Our first years start at $115k - $125k in SC, 115 vs 125 is dependent on which office/city the associate will be working in. In NYC, I believe we start at $170k. Definitely start at $170 in LA. AmLaw 100 firm, solid immigration practice.

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#s are current starting Jan 1, 2022

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What area are you in? I know associates make between $110k and $140k for first years

NYC. We start at 70k and provide 20-30% commision for each clients attorneys bring in (annual bonuses additional). I am a senior, base is 11k and made 160k last year with commission. I am fine that I can build my own clients and one day start my own practice, but wondering if I will regret not ever working at a big firm.

I work at a small (10 attorneys) immigration only form in Cleveland. We start at 55k.

Good question. I'm in my first year of practice so I don't know.

The big firms pay ok (Fragomen, BAL, GT) in the $110k-$175 range in NY depending on experience. You can lateral into them and negotiate a sizable raise for yourself, esp if you can bring in a client or two.

$160 as a second year in California. AmLaw 100 firm, solid immigration practice

$170k in California as a second year

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