Associate Attorney needed for Riverside office

Job Title:
Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm located in Riverside, California, is actively seeking a full-time Immigration Associate Attorney with a focus on employment-based immigration matters. This role offers a dynamic legal environment where the selected candidate will handle a diverse caseload, engage with clients directly, and contribute to the ongoing success of the firm's immigration practice. Hybrid work flexibility is available following a probationary period.

Duties:

• Draft and revise immigration petitions and application packets

• Develop and present tailored legal strategies for clients based on individual case assessments

• Draft persuasive legal memoranda and supporting documents for a variety of employment-based immigration petitions

• Meet with clients to collect case materials and explain complex immigration processes in an accessible way

• Monitor deadlines and progress through legal software and tracking systems

• Ensure precision and clarity in all written materials, including forms and correspondence

• Prepare clients for, and represent them during, USCIS and related immigration interviews

• Collaborate with other legal professionals and support staff to meet internal and external expectations

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by supervising attorneys or based on client needs

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• At least 1 year of experience handling employment-based immigration matters

• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational capabilities

• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation

• Comfortable working in a client-facing role

Education:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. State Bar

Skills:

• Bilingual skills strongly preferred (any second language)

• Proficiency with case management tools and legal research platforms

• Effective interpersonal communication for client and team interaction

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently under deadlines

Job Location:

• Riverside, California (Hybrid schedule with one remote day per week post-probation)

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Professional development and CLE support

• Hybrid work flexibility after the probation period

• Paid time off and observed holidays

• Access to mentorship and collaborative legal teams