Entry-Level Immigration Attorney Job in San Jose, CA Near Me - 352997 | BCGSearch.com

Entry-Level Immigration Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location California - San Jose

Job ID GIPD352997

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 1 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Business ImmigrationFamily ImmigrationAsylumImmigration - General

2024-11-05 06:24:38

Job Overview:
An established law firm is seeking an Entry-Level Immigration Attorney in San Jose, CA, to join its team. This role offers an opportunity to handle a range of immigration cases, represent clients in removal proceedings, and work closely with a collaborative legal team. The position is ideal for a dedicated attorney eager to gain hands-on experience in immigration law and contribute to impactful client advocacy.

Location:

  • San Jose, CA

Duties:

  • Explain immigration processes and present strategic solutions to clients
  • Represent detained and non-detained clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
  • Manage an active caseload, including client communications
  • Conduct intake and interviews with detained individuals at detention centers
  • Prepare and review various immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions
  • Adjust and finalize immigration packets as required
  • Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and community-based organizations on immigration law updates
  • Conduct consultations to develop individualized immigration strategies for clients
  • Prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony
  • Provide legal analysis to determine potential case benefits
  • Draft and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated interest in immigration law, such as participation in law school clinics, volunteer work, or internships
  • Ability to effectively manage caseload and move cases forward
  • Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience with case management software (preferred)

Education:

  • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

  • Active bar admission (recent law graduates awaiting admission will also be considered)

Skills:

  • Proficiency in immigration law principles and case management
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred but not required)
  • High attention to detail and organizational ability

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Additional perks, including catered lunches, complimentary parking, and paid time off

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.

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