Associate Attorney - Immigration Law

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Naperville, IL. The role involves working on various immigration applications and providing legal guidance to both attorney and non-attorney team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for assisting individuals in legalizing their status and possess significant experience in family-based and humanitarian immigration law.

Duties

• Identify potential immigration relief options for clients.
• Develop strategies to advocate for clients and address complex immigration issues.
• Provide leadership and training to team members.
• Audit and review work products of team members.
• Ensure ethical obligations are met by non-attorney team members.
• Respond to legal inquiries from support teams.
• Review and edit USCIS applications and related documents.
• Stay updated on changes in immigration law and regulations.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of a state bar.
• 3+ years of experience in immigration law, including humanitarian and family-based petitions.
• Experience with USCIS petitions and applications.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong advocacy skills and a commitment to client representation.
• Innovative mindset for process improvement.
• Leadership skills and strong work ethic.
• Proximity to the office may require in-office work.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of a state bar.

Skills

• Strong leadership and training abilities.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changes and improve processes.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.