Bilingual Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a bilingual Immigration Attorney in San Jose, CA, to provide quality legal services to a diverse client base. The ideal candidate will work effectively with senior partners and staff, handling a heavy caseload while working remotely.

Duties

• Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Manage administrative assistants, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Advise clients on options and plan courses of action.
• Handle client invoicing and billing records.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents.
• Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies.
• Appear in court and represent clients in various immigration matters.
• Conduct client intake and consultations.
• Maintain reports on client caseload.
• Participate in community meetings.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong public speaking and decision-making skills.
• Active membership in a local bar association preferred.
• Ability to handle a heavy caseload independently.
• Strong knowledge of legal research programs.
• Over one year of experience in a law firm.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Current Bar Membership in good standing, preferably California Bar.

Skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Outstanding interpersonal and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Proficiency in immigration platforms like INSZoom is a plus.

Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities within the firm.

This California law firm specializes in immigration defense. Their areas of practice include deferred action, citizenship, naturalization, deportation, asylum, and green cards.