Immigration Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled Immigration Attorney to join its Phoenix office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 3-5 years of immigration law experience to become part of a dynamic team. As an Associate Immigration Attorney, you will have the chance to manage your caseload, work closely with clients, and collaborate with a talented group of legal professionals. This role offers professional growth and the ability to make a significant impact on clients' lives.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel to clients on various immigration matters, offering strategic solutions.
• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage a caseload of immigration cases, ensuring timely and effective handling of each matter.
• Conduct client intakes and visits with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and submit immigration applications, including family-based petitions and removal defense.
• Review and refine immigration documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, government agencies, and community organizations on changes and developments in immigration law.
• Meet with potential clients, assess their immigration needs, and guide the best strategies.
• Develop case strategies, and prepare clients and witnesses for hearings and USCIS testimony.
• Conduct legal research and provide clients with insights into potential case outcomes.
• Draft and file legal briefs for a variety of immigration-related cases.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in immigration law, including family-based petitions, removal defense, humanitarian cases, and USCIS applications.
• Ability to handle a variety of immigration cases, including detained and non-detained cases.
• A team player who enjoys strategizing and collaborating with fellow associates.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse clients and colleagues.
• Proven track record of advancing legal cases and managing a full caseload.
• Experience with case management software is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of Arizona (or eligible for admission).

Skills

• Strong knowledge of immigration law, including removal proceedings, family-based petitions, and humanitarian cases.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to develop and execute legal strategies tailored to each client's unique situation.
• High-level client interaction skills, including the ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear, understandable way.
• Proficiency in case management software and other legal tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Catered lunches and complimentary parking.
• Opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive work environment.

This full-time position is based in Phoenix, Arizona, offering a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional advancement in the field of immigration law.