Associate Attorney (Family/Business Immigration)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with over two years of experience in family or business immigration for their Sandy Springs, GA office. The role focuses on non-removal defense immigration, primarily family-based immigration, consular and immigrant visa processing, waivers of inadmissibility, and naturalization matters.

Duties

• Manage paralegals in adjustments of status and consular immigrant visa processing.
• Draft responses to requests for evidence (RFE).
• Prepare clients for overseas consular interviews.
• Handle immigrant and nonimmigrant waivers of inadmissibility, DACA, and family immigration matters.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia.
• Knowledge of Spanish is an asset.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Georgia.

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Ability to manage caseload and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a professional approach to client needs.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and quick turnarounds.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Leadership skills with a sense of humor and patience.
• Knowledge of practice management software (LawLogix) is a plus.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation days.
• A supportive and engaging work environment.

Attorney Cherie Elizabeth Cookorinis has over twenty years of expertise exclusively in the field of immigration law. She helps clients with employment based visas and permanent residency, naturalization, preservation of residency, consular visa assistance, and family immigration, including waivers of inadmissibility. Her office is in Sandy Springs, Georgia.