Associate Attorney needed for Morris Plains office

Job Overview: A law firm in Morris Plains, NJ is seeking an Associate Attorney with a strong focus on immigration law. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of attorney experience in immigration, be an active member of the State Bar, and possess a commitment to excellence and furthering immigrant rights. The candidate must be bilingual in Spanish and English, possess strong writing skills, and demonstrate a growth mindset.

Job Duties:

• Reviewing application packets for EOIR filings, family-based, consular, U-Visa, SIJS, VAWA, T-visa, and waiver petitions.
• Working closely with the legal team to ensure clients receive the highest level of service.
• Devising, finalizing, and customizing immigration strategies for potential clients.
• Drafting immigration and family pleadings, briefs, and motions.
• Supervising and delegating work to paralegals and assistants.
• Preparing for and attending virtual and telephonic immigration and family court hearings and interviews.
• Supervising applications and ensuring the legal team understands the strategy.
• Supporting paralegals, the CEO, and the entire legal team in a streamlined manner.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of attorney experience in immigration law.
• An active member of the State Bar.
• Strong and demonstrated growth/continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to excellence and furthering immigrant rights.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and procedures.
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-organization skills with attention to detail.
• IT Skills: Google Workspace/Suite, Excel, Slack, Monday, Immigration Case Management Systems.
• Ability to react with appropriate urgency to situations and requests.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Passion for furthering immigrant rights.
• Commitment and responsiveness towards clients, legal team, and CEO.
• Very strong writing skills.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• An active member of the State Bar.

Benefits Offered: The firm offers competitive wages along with a benefits package including health/dental care, 401k, and paid time off.