Immigration Law Assistant Counsel Service

The government authority located in Baltimore, Maryland is seeking immigration law assistant counsel services to support its institutions. The agency requires ongoing legal advice regarding immigration law, including the implementation and revision of institutional policies affected by these laws. The selected vendor will assist with drafting, reviewing, and monitoring visa applications, immigration petitions, waiver requests, and related correspondence. The scope of work includes advising and representing the institutions in the recruitment and retention of foreign staff and faculty, including foreign physicians. The agency also requires assistance with administering the international exchange visitor program and programs supporting foreign and undocumented students. Additionally, the provider will advise on permanent residency applications for postdoctoral candidates, exempt staff, and faculty, and represent foreign staff on employment-related travel and visa matters. The project covers assisting with the establishment or audit of institutional immigration policies and procedures. The agency needs counsel on foreign nations' local laws, international law, and treaties as they relate to the employment of assigned individuals. The contract period will span five years, and the performance of all work will take place offsite. Eligibility is restricted to onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget for these services. All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted no later than June 6, 2026.