Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney based in Pasadena, CA. This role involves supporting the Legal Operations Department by facilitating communication between operations and legal teams, handling client escalations, and ensuring legal consistency across teams. The position requires occasional travel within California, approximately 25% of the time.

Duties

• Provide legal support to the team and clients.
• Oversee case management processes and operational workflows.
• Assist in managing the firm's California professional corporation and office operations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship for California personnel.
• Coordinate with firm leadership on staffing and compliance.
• Travel to various California office locations as needed.
• Support quality assurance initiatives and procedural implementation.
• Handle client escalations independently.
• Coordinate legal training and ensure consistent application of new guidance.
• Serve as the Legal SME for operational projects.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active member in good standing of the California state bar.
• 3+ years of immigration experience required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with non-attorney staff.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout California approximately 25% of the time.
• Experience using a case management software system preferred.
• Support mission of helping people obtain documents and stay with their family.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, DropBox, and MS Outlook.

Education

• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of the California state bar.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, DropBox, and MS Outlook.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account or flexible spending account options
• Dependent care FSA
• Basic life insurance
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Calm app subscription
• Paid time off