Immigration Attorney with 4+ years of removal defense experience Job in Birmingham, AL Near Me - 135433 | BCGSearch.com

Immigration Attorney with 4+ years of removal defense experience

Type Full-Time

Location Alabama - Birmingham

Job ID SVAT135433

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 4 - Max. 8 Years

Ranking 1 : Mostly Consumer $

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Salary (Tends to be on Lower End to Lowest in Market (Varies by Firm))

Practice Areas ImmigrationImmigration - General

2018-03-28 13:37:52

Birmingham office of our client seeks immigration attorney with 4+ years of removal defense experience. The candidate performs quality legal work with very limited review, oversees entire matter files from case initiation, case strategy/planning, including regular status conferences with clients throughout the process until successful completion of the case. Meets with clients after they have hired the firm to determine case strategy based on their goals and the law. Assesses eligibility for relief from removal proceedings, and represents detained and non-detained clients in removal proceedings in Immigration Court. Represents clients at USCIS interviews; prepares case strategy and clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony; oversight of court hearings and USCIS interviews. Drafts, reviews and files appropriate court pleadings including legal motions, petitions and briefs; prepares appropriate immigration applications. Participates in trainings and works closely with staff to draft and implement program protocols, work-flow processes and case related policies and procedures. Responsible for legal operations consistent with the firms mission and principles while playing a key role in managing client relationships. Oversees activities and production of the legal team while also working closely with the administrative team. Communicates with third parties, courts, and opposing counsel, delegating to Legal Team when appropriate. Anticipates issues and potential for new business with existing clients; networks as strategized with Firm Owner. Participates in monthly meetings with assigned support staff to collaborate on case strategy and determine case statuses; reports case statuses on a monthly basis to Firm Owner. Should be admitted to practice law in the United States (Alabama Bar admission preferred) and member in good standing; and admitted to practice law by the highest court in the state where Barred. Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred. Working knowledge of immigration case management systems (such as LawLogix, INSZoom or Cerenade) is needed.

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Excellent public presentation skills is needed. Must enjoy regular face-to-face contact with clients and/or client family members; Must have the ability to genuinely empathize with clients facing difficult immigration issues and be a passionate advocate for all clients; Interpersonal and organizational skills of the highest caliber; as well as excellent writing, research and analytical skills are required; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often under tight deadlines.

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