Immigration Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Immigration Attorney for their Los Angeles, CA office.

Job Overview:

The Immigration Attorney will provide clients with legal representation and strategic counsel in various immigration matters. This role involves representing clients in removal proceedings, preparing immigration applications, conducting client consultations, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings in Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage the workload of cases efficiently
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications/packets and make necessary adjustments
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law
• Conduct strategic immigration consultations with potential clients
• Develop case strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis to clients to determine potential case benefits
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of Immigration Law Experience
• Team player with a willingness to collaborate and strategize with fellow associates
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Track record of advancing legal cases and managing a caseload effectively
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Familiarity with Case Management Software is preferred

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of California (or eligibility for admission)

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive compensation package, including a 401(k) plan
• Perks such as catered lunches, complimentary parking, and paid time off

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.