Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Attorney in Santa Ana, CA. This role offers a promising opportunity for a dedicated attorney to gain valuable experience and advance their career within an established firm. The successful candidate will manage their caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties

• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings.
• Manage workload of cases and conduct intake with detained individuals.
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review immigration applications and make necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and community organizations on immigration law changes.
• Meet with potential clients for strategic consultations and determine necessary strategies.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of immigration law experience.
• Team player open to collaboration and strategizing with associates.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage a caseload.
• Experience with family-based petitions, humanitarian, EOIR, detained, citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with case management software is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law.

Skills

• Excellent legal analysis and strategic planning abilities.
• Strong communication and client interaction skills.
• Proficiency in preparing legal documents and briefs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Catered lunches and complimentary parking.
• Paid time off.