Immigration Attorney - EOIR

Job Overview:
A law firm in the Greater Los Angeles area is seeking a skilled Immigration Attorney with experience in EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review) matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in removal defense and handling detained and non-detained cases. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with a team of experienced attorneys while managing your own caseload and assisting clients through the immigration process. The firm offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth and development in immigration law.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a caseload of immigration cases, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at immigration centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including petitions and motions for removal defense
• Review immigration applications and make necessary adjustments
• Work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on updates to immigration law
• Meet with potential clients for consultations and provide strategic advice
• Develop strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court or USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis and determine the potential benefits of cases for clients
• Draft and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration matters

Requirements:

• 1 to 5 years of experience in Immigration Law
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and move cases forward
• Strong team player with an open and collaborative mindset
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR matters, Detained cases, and Citizenship applications
• Familiarity with Case Management Software is preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active state bar membership

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining high attention to detail
• Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues and clients
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Proficiency in case management and legal software

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Catered lunches
• Paid parking
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

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 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 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.