Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A premier law firm in Oak Park, IL, is seeking an experienced Senior Immigration Attorney to join its team. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled attorney to manage complex immigration cases while working alongside a talented team of legal professionals. The Senior Immigration Attorney will be responsible for representing clients, overseeing their caseloads, and providing strategic guidance on a variety of immigration matters. This is an excellent opportunity to advance one’s career within an established and growth-oriented firm.

Location:

• Oak Park, IL

Duties:

• Explain immigration law concepts and present strategic solutions to clients
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a caseload and ensure timely progression of cases
• Conduct intake sessions with detained individuals at immigration detention centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review and adjust immigration applications and packets as necessary
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law
• Meet with potential clients to provide strategic immigration consultations and determine appropriate strategies
• Develop strategies and prepare clients/witnesses for court or USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis for clients to identify potential case benefits
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases

Requirements:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in immigration law
• Strong ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward
• Team-oriented with a willingness to collaborate and strategize with other associates
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and communication abilities
• High level of organization and time management
• In-depth knowledge of immigration law and procedures
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Catered lunches
• Complimentary parking