Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Title: Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm based in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Senior Immigration Attorney to join its dynamic team. This role offers an incredible opportunity for professional growth and will provide the chance to work on complex immigration cases while collaborating with a dedicated team of legal professionals. The Senior Immigration Attorney will manage a varied caseload, provide legal counsel, represent clients in immigration proceedings, and contribute to the firm’s continued success in the field of immigration law.

Duties

• Advise clients on various immigration issues and provide strategic legal solutions.
• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage and prioritize a high volume of immigration cases, ensuring timely and accurate legal representation.
• Conduct intakes with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and file diverse immigration applications, including removal defense, family-based immigration, and other petitions.
• Review and revise immigration petitions to ensure they meet necessary legal standards.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations on matters related to immigration law changes.
• Meet with prospective clients to provide legal consultations and develop tailored strategies for their cases.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court hearings and USCIS testimony.
• Provide comprehensive legal analysis and strategic advice to clients on immigration matters.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.

Requirements

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Proven track record of managing and advancing immigration cases.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian Cases, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and USCIS applications.
• Proficient with case management software (preferred).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and assist colleagues as needed.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in CA.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of immigration law and procedures.
• Ability to manage a high caseload efficiently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to develop strategies and communicate effectively with clients.

Job Location
San Jose, CA

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Catered lunches and complimentary parking.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

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 the fields of 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 and 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.