Immigration Attorney

A law firm in Manassas, VA, is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in immigration law, demonstrate exceptional communication and management skills, and be able to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role requires handling a significant caseload, managing a team of paralegals, and engaging in various immigration-related legal tasks, including court hearings and client interactions. Fluency in Spanish is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a high caseload, including day-to-day client interactions and case management.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of a large team of paralegals.
• Meet with potential new clients to evaluate and strategize cases.
• Develop and implement case strategies, ensuring timely and effective resolution of legal matters.
• Prepare, revise, and file court documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on legislative changes and judicial case law affecting immigration.
• Represent clients in court hearings and trials.
• Train and supervise staff, ensuring high standards of legal work and effective case management.
• Market the firm’s immigration services and cross-sell other legal practices within the firm.
• Work one Saturday a month with the opportunity for performance bonuses based on new clients signed during these days.
• Develop expertise in various immigration matters, including Family Petitions, Asylum, Individual Hearings, SIJIS, U-Visas, and Waivers.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of immigration law experience.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to handle a large caseload and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong business acumen and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth practice environment.
• Experience in training and supervising legal staff.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school (required).
• Active Bar License in good standing from any U.S. State or Puerto Rico (required).

Skills:

• Expertise in immigration law, including Family Petitions, Asylum, SIJIS, U-Visas, and Waivers.
• Proficient in drafting and revising legal documents.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) are essential.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of immigration law experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Relocation reimbursement up to $10,000 (forgiven after 6 months).
• Vacation.
• Sick time off.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Paid birthday and work anniversary.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid parking.
• Life insurance.