Immigration Attorney

Title: Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:

A respected law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a dedicated Associate Immigration Attorney to join its dynamic legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with clients, manage a diverse caseload, and collaborate closely with fellow attorneys and legal assistants on complex immigration cases. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong commitment to advocating for clients’ rights and navigating the intricacies of immigration law.

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to clients.
• Represent detained and non-detained individuals in the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Handle a diverse caseload and ensure timely case progress.
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare various immigration applications, including those for removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review and adjust immigration application packets as necessary.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on immigration law updates.
• Meet with potential clients for consultations and devise effective legal strategies.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimonies.
• Provide comprehensive legal analysis to assess potential case benefits.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for a range of immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1-4 years of experience in immigration law.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in managing and advancing legal cases independently.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Familiarity with Case Management Software (preferred).

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in the state of Florida or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Active Bar license in the state of Florida.

Skills:

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (preferred).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and client-focused approach.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in legal documentation.

Job Location:

• Fort Lauderdale, FL

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and additional leave benefits.
• Complimentary parking and other workplace amenities.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development in a supportive legal environment.
• Inclusive and diverse work culture, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds.

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.