Senior Immigration Associate Attorney Job in Atlanta, GA Near Me - 154614 | BCGSearch.com

Senior Immigration Associate Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location Georgia - Atlanta

Job ID 5XIN154614

Experience Level Senior Associate

Job Experience Min. 6 - Max. 10 Years

Ranking 1 : Mostly Consumer $

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Salary (Tends to be on Lower End to Lowest in Market (Varies by Firm))

Practice Areas ImmigrationImmigration - General

2021-03-22 02:32:39

Atlanta office of our client seeks senior associate attorney with 6-10 years of prior experience in criminal defense and/or immigration (removal defense / family-based). The candidate will be responsible for legal operations consistent with the Firms mission and values - overseeing the activities and production of the Legal Team (Paralegal, Legal Assistants and any Junior Associates) and playing a key role in managing the client relationship. Will be understanding many nuances of CrImmigration law; meeting potential new clients (PNC) for strategic immigration consultations; determining necessary strategy for PNC based on their goal and articulating the importance/value of hiring firm; client counseling and explanation of strategy/expectations; drafting, reviewing and finalizing legal motions and petitions; complex criminal and immigration court litigation; representation at client USCIS interviews; preparing strategy and clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony; communicating with third parties, courts, and opposing counsel, delegating to Legal Team when appropriate; overseeing court and USCIS interview calendar; updating clients with important legal developments; producing complex legal work which can be billed at average rate of $350/hr+; supervising document flow and case/project management; updating Owner on weekly basis of caseload priorities; supervising all legal duties that lead to conclusion of the case; Anticipating and mitigating potential legal problems within the law firm or for a client and developing strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce potential areas of risk. Synthesizing legal research and analysis into a coherent written memorandum or brief for submission to a client, court or arbitrator. Analyzing and summarizing complicated legal documents, including contracts, and suggesting alterations to those documents; Negotiating with opposing counsel on legal issues, including settlement conferences; anticipating new issues and potential for new business with existing clients; networking as strategized with Owner; team case production incentives; creating and proposing new or amended workflow policies and procedures; attracting quality clients as VIP referral sources. Law firm operational or management experience is desired. Must be bilingual in Spanish with written and oral fluency. Must be licensed in Georgia.

The candidate should demonstrate good judgment, the ability to prioritize own activities with minimal supervision to meet deadlines, and coordinate cheerfully with own fellow team members to get the job done.

The firm focuses its practice on immigration laws and criminal defense for Non-U.S. citizens. Its immigration law practice includes deportation defense, immigrant benefit applications, and green cards and permanent residency. Its criminal defense practice includes federal immigration crimes, controlled substance offenses, property crimes, fraud and white-collar crimes, violent offenses and sex crimes, and appeals and post-conviction reliefs. Its office is located in Atlanta, Georgia.

This particular job is currently not active. However, since our clients regularly share with us similar and other job openings, we strongly recommend that you submit your resume. We shall review your resume and get in touch with you as soon as a suitable vacancy comes up to further discuss your interest in exploring the opportunity. Assisting you is our highest priority.

Please be assured that none of your materials will be forwarded to any employer without your consent. Of course, all inquiries are kept strictly confidential.

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Similar Jobs Near Me

View All Listings

Attorney needed for Atlanta office

 Georgia - Atlanta

Atlanta office of our client seeks an attorney with 2+ years of experience appearing, preparing, and submitting evidence/motions before EOIR and criminal courts in Georgia. The candidate will represent clients in immigration and criminal proceedings and prepare memorandums, briefs, motions, and other legal documents. Will represent clients in court....

View Job Post

Immigration Attorney

 Georgia - Atlanta

A law firm is seeking an Immigration Attorney to join their team in Atlanta, GA.Job Overview:The Immigration Attorney will be responsible for providing legal counsel, representing clients in court, drafting legal documents, and conducting legal research. They will work closely with clients, colleagues, and legal professionals to achieve favorable o....

View Job Post

Immigration Trial Attorney

 Georgia - Atlanta

A law firm in Atlanta is seeking an experienced Immigration Trial Attorney with 5+ years of experience in removal defense, general immigration law, or litigation. The candidate will represent clients before Immigration Courts, federal courts, and government agencies, ensuring effective communication, compliance with policies, and the delivery of hi....

View Job Post