In-Person Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a skilled and dedicated Immigration Attorney to join its Brooklyn, NY team. The ideal candidate will have experience in immigration law, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to represent clients in court. This is an in-person, full-time position with a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and potential for career advancement through a partnership track.

Location:
Brooklyn, NY

Duties:

• Represent clients at in-person and virtual court hearings.
• Conduct client consultations to assess their immigration matters.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients in immigration law.
• Draft and prepare legal documents related to immigration, including petitions, motions, and applications.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and trust.
• Participate in social media activities for client outreach and brand promotion.
• Handle cases involving immigration and, potentially, family law (divorce).
• Provide legal advocacy in both courtroom and administrative settings.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to achieve successful outcomes.

Requirements:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or another state bar (open to candidates with out-of-state bar admission).
• A few years of experience practicing immigration law.
• Strong writing, research, and legal drafting skills.
• Ability to represent clients effectively in court.
• Experience with client relationship management.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues to clients in an understandable manner.
• Proficiency in social media for client attraction (personal social media accounts).
• Bilingual in Spanish or Russian is a plus (but not required).

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or another state bar (required).

Skills:

• Expertise in immigration law and legal procedures.
• Excellent legal writing, drafting, and research skills.
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with courtroom and administrative advocacy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in social media outreach for client development.
• Bilingual and bicultural skills (preferred, but not required).

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Sick time and holiday pay.
• Parental leave.
• Hybrid work option after a 90-day probation period.
• Bonuses based on performance.
• Partnership track opportunity.
• Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance).
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities.