Immigration Attorney

A law firm in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a dedicated Immigration Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and engage in client interactions while collaborating closely with a talented Immigration Team. This role involves representing clients in various immigration proceedings, preparing applications, and providing strategic legal solutions. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 4 years of immigration law experience and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to the Sr. Associate Attorney and manage an individual caseload effectively.
• Explain complex immigration concepts and provide strategic legal solutions to clients.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage and prioritize a workload of cases, ensuring timely and accurate handling.
• Visit and conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and file a variety of immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review immigration applications and packets, making necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Present updates and changes in immigration law to law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations.
• Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and develop necessary legal strategies.
• Develop strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court or USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to determine potential case benefits and guide clients accordingly.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.
• Collaborate with fellow associates, contributing to a supportive and strategic team environment.
• Preferably bilingual in Spanish.

Requirements:

• At least 1 to 4 years of experience in immigration law.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and advance legal cases effectively.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian relief, EOIR matters, detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with case management software is preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team player who is open to collaborating, strategizing, and working with fellow associates.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in Arizona or eligibility for reciprocal admission.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing immigration applications and legal briefs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to collective success.
• Experience working with law enforcement and community organizations is a plus.

Benefits Offered:

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