RFE Associate Attorney

Job Title: RFE Associate Attorney

Job Location:
Riverside, CA

Job Overview:
A distinguished immigration-focused legal practice in Riverside, CA, is seeking an experienced attorney to manage the preparation and quality assurance of legal submissions responding to USCIS correspondence, including Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and Notices of Intent to Revoke (NOIRs). This opportunity is ideal for an individual who thrives in a mission-driven environment supporting immigrant communities through complex legal challenges. The position offers a chance to influence lives by safeguarding family unity and advocating for those navigating humanitarian immigration pathways.

Duties:

• Interpret and craft detailed responses to USCIS-issued RFEs, NOIDs, and NOIRs

• Guide and mentor legal support staff and junior attorneys on case strategy and documentation standards

• Monitor policy updates and immigration trends to improve response accuracy and outcomes

• Oversee the editing and finalization of legal documents for submission

• Deliver onboarding and continuing education to legal team members involved in document preparation

• Provide direct legal advice to clients when escalations arise or clarity is needed

• Audit legal work produced by staff attorneys and legal assistants to ensure quality and compliance

• Collaborate with team leads to support workflow and enhance procedural consistency

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction with active, good-standing status

• At least 3 years of specialized experience in family-based and humanitarian immigration filings

• In-depth understanding of cases involving VAWA, T-Visas, U-Visas, Medical Deferred Action, I-130s, and Adjustment of Status

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in at least one U.S. state or territory

Skills:

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is highly beneficial

• Strong legal writing and analytical thinking capabilities

• Proven leadership in mentoring and training legal professionals

• Collaborative spirit with adaptability in a high-volume, high-impact practice

• Commitment to serving underrepresented and undocumented communities

• Familiarity with legal technology platforms and remote collaboration tools

Job Location:
Riverside, CA