Immigration Attorney

Position Summary

Our Law Firm works in complex immigration family-based and removal defense immigration cases. Our current emphasis is on cases dealing with victims of crimes (U, VAWA, T visas), asylum seekers, and unaccompanied minors.

As Associate Attorney, you will report to the Sr. Associate Attorney; you will also manage your caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our excellent Immigration team of attorneys and legal assistants.

The primary duties assigned to the associate attorney include but are not limited to, providing direct assistance in immigration cases and providing legal representation for diverse clients with complex immigration cases before USCIS, Immigration Court, and State Court.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a sincere interest in family-based immigration and removal defense, especially someone passionate about representing minors.

This position will provide hands-on experience to new associates. We are looking for someone who wants to gain case management and courtroom experience and develop their verbal and writing skills.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct legal review and management of immigration cases;
• Represent non-detained individuals in removal proceedings at the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Represent client in front of U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services
• Manage workload of cases
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, cover letters, and briefs, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
• Be willing to participate in different immigration training
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases
• Maintain an active caseload to meet project deliverables

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctor graduate with excellent credentials
• An active member in the State Bar of California

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Experience assisting immigrant, limited English-speaking, and/or low-income clients
• Experience appearing in immigration court preferred
• Experience or familiarity with SIJS preferred.
• Excellent legal writing, speaking, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients
• Must speak Spanish fluently.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Availability and willingness to regularly travel within the county and state
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Access to reliable means of transportation required

Compensation: Depending on experience. Parking provided. Full Benefits: 401 K retirement plan, medical insurance, and vacation.

Office Location:

Los Angeles'

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