Careers

JOB TITLE: Associate Attorney – Immigration Practice Group
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Ithaca, NY (in person)
DAYS/HRS: Mon-Fri
CONTACT: [email protected]
HOW: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample
WHEN: Immediately
EOE: Y

Miller Mayer, LLP is seeking a full-time associate in our immigration practice group. Our firm’s immigration clients include hospitals, universities, technology companies, EB-5 regional centers, developers, individual clients, and families. Duties include counseling clients, preparation and review of relevant immigration filings (including PERMS and H-1B petitions), communication with prospective new clients, and supervising legal assistants as needed. At least three years of immigration law is preferred. Billable hours requirements are reasonable and the salary competitive.

If you are looking to join a dynamic practice in one of the East Coast’s most livable cities, this opportunity is for you. If you have excellent credentials, good client management skills, and are interested in working in a creative and family-friendly environment, please submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample for prompt and confidential consideration.

About Miller Mayer, LLP

Miller Mayer is proudly based in Ithaca, New York, heart of the Finger Lakes and home of Cornell University. Building relationships with diverse clients throughout our state and beyond, over two-thirds of our work involves regional and national clients. Our business practice offers a full range of services in the areas of corporate and transactional law, and our renowned immigration team services clients worldwide. Our nationally recognized firm has employment opportunities for attorneys and entry-level and career-track legal assistants. Enjoy a collegial, close-knit team environment working with experts in their fields, generous benefits, high growth, and great training and development experience in a beautiful and livable location. We offer lateral candidates a team-oriented environment, a collegial atmosphere, potential for growth, up-to-date technology infrastructure, and experienced professional staff and management. We encourage participation in practice group leadership and management committees. Miller Mayer is an equal opportunity employer and partnership. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active bar admission in good standing is preferred but not required
• Required – Ability to commute or relocate before starting work in Ithaca, NY 14850

JOB TITLE: Billing Specialist
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Ithaca, NY (in person)
DAYS/HRS: Mon-Fri
CONTACT: [email protected]
HOW: Send cover letter and resume
WHEN: Open until filled
EOE: Y

 Miller Mayer, LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist to support client billing and general accounting operations for our immigration law practice. This position prepares and processes client invoices, maintains accurate matter-level financial records, coordinates with attorneys and staff on billing matters, and assists with accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across accounting and case-management systems and handling confidential financial information with accuracy and discretion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare prebills, review billing details for completeness, coordinate attorney approval, finalize invoices, and distribute bills to clients.
• Maintain accurate client and matter billing information, fee arrangements, invoice records, and supporting documentation in Salesforce and Accounting Seed.
• Review cash receipts, invoice applications, credits, adjustments, and outstanding balances; research discrepancies and coordinate corrections with appropriate personnel.
• Help track client retainers, prepaid funds, trust-related billing activity, and transfers or applications in accordance with firm procedures and attorney direction.
• Respond professionally to client billing inquiries and work with attorneys and administrative staff to resolve questions about invoices or payments.
• Process and code vendor invoices, check requests, reimbursements, and other accounts payable activity; assist with payment tracking and documentation.
• Assist with bank account and firm credit-card reconciliations, including matching transactions and researching exceptions.
• Support the reconciliation and tracking of USCIS filing-fee charges and virtual-card transactions to the correct client matters.
• Maintain organized electronic records; prepare billing, collections, and accounting reports; identify inconsistencies and opportunities to improve workflows.
• Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed while maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with firm policies.

About Miller Mayer, LLP

Miller Mayer is an immigration law firm based in Ithaca, New York, in the Finger Lakes region and home of Cornell University. Our attorneys and professional staff serve individuals, families, employers, investors, and organizations across the United States and internationally. We offer a collaborative professional environment, opportunities to learn and develop, and a commitment to responsive client service.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience with Associate Degree considered
• Three or more years of billing, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting experience preferred; law firm or other professional-services experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; experience with Salesforce and Accounting Seed is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational ability, follow-through, and capacity to manage competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with attorneys, coworkers, vendors, and clients.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, protect confidential information, and independently investigate routine discrepancies.