Senior Immigration Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Senior Immigration Attorney to join their team in Orange, CA.

Job Overview:

The Senior Immigration Attorney will be responsible for managing a caseload, providing legal representation in removal proceedings, preparing immigration applications, collaborating with the Immigration Team, and offering strategic solutions to clients.

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage workload of cases effectively
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications/packets and make necessary adjustments
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law
• Conduct strategic immigration consultations with potential clients and determine necessary legal strategies
• Develop strategies and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine potential case benefits
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases
• Preferably bilingual (Spanish)
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills
• Record of effectively moving legal cases forward and managing a caseload
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Requirements:

• 5-8 years of Immigration Law Experience
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar
• Strong understanding of immigration law and procedures
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar
• Any relevant certifications in immigration law (preferred)

Skills:

• Proficiency in immigration law and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Case Management Software

Benefits:

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, catered lunches, excellent compensation, 401k plan, paid parking, paid time off, and more.