Associate Attorney needed for Providence office

Job Title:
Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm based in Providence, RI, seeks a dedicated and knowledgeable Immigration Associate Attorney to provide client-focused legal services across a range of immigration matters. This role involves independently managing routine legal issues, contributing to strategic case planning, and serving as a primary point of contact for clients. The position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with room for professional growth and development.

Duties:

• Deliver legal guidance and case status updates to clients on routine immigration matters

• Conduct client consultations and assist with in-person meetings, such as interviews

• Develop a legal strategy for assigned cases and manage case progression

• Draft responses and filings, particularly in complex scenarios unsuitable for support staff

• Coordinate with support staff to prepare and finalize legal documentation

• Maintain communication with clients to ensure timely and effective responses

• Lead or participate in team case status meetings with legal assistants and paralegals

• Review and approve legal documents before final submission

• Ensure client records are maintained in a legally compliant and organized manner

• Stay informed on immigration law changes and agency practice updates

• Engage in relevant professional development activities

• Attend client or industry-related events, as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum 1-3 years of hands-on experience in immigration law preferred

• Prior involvement with E-2 and L visa cases is advantageous

• Ability to handle common immigration law matters independently, while recognizing when to escalate

• Skilled in managing multiple cases and meeting deadlines

• Proven awareness of client needs and legal nuances

• Demonstrated initiative and a teamwork mindset

• Commitment to learning and professional growth

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar and good standing

Skills:

• Strong legal writing and verbal communication abilities

• High level of organization and attention to detail

• Effective multitasking and prioritization under pressure

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Quick adaptability to firm-specific case management software

• Excellent time management and workflow coordination

Job Location:

• Providence, RI

The law firm is one of the world's oldest immigration law practices. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the law firm has offices in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Providence, Rhode Island (New England), Vail, Colorado (Mountain West), and Cleveland, Ohio (Midwest).