Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Kent, WA, is seeking an experienced Associate Immigration Attorney to join their team. The attorney will represent clients before USCIS, ICE, CBP, EOIR, BIA, federal courts, and the Department of State. The role involves managing a high-volume caseload, with an emphasis on family petitions, consular processing, waivers, removal defense, criminal immigration issues, juvenile cases, and VAWA, U, and T visas. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to make an impact in immigration law while working within a supportive team.

Duties:

• Manage a high volume of immigration cases, including family petitions, waivers, removal defense, and other immigration matters.
• Represent clients before USCIS, ICE, CBP, EOIR, BIA, federal courts, and the Department of State.
• Handle cases related to criminal immigration issues, juvenile cases, and VAWA, U, and T visas.
• Provide legal counsel and support to clients throughout the immigration process.
• Prepare and submit legal documents, including petitions, applications, and briefs.
• Work collaboratively with other attorneys and staff on complex immigration matters.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously while ensuring deadlines are met.

Requirements:

• Admitted to practice law in the United States and in good standing.
• 1-5 years of immigration law experience.
• Fluency in Spanish (written and oral) is strongly preferred.
• Strong immigration litigation experience may be considered in lieu of Spanish language skills.
• Excellent writing, legal analysis, and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage a heavy caseload.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in legal software.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in good standing.

Skills:

• Proficient in immigration law, including family petitions, removal defense, and consular processing.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases with attention to detail.
• Fluent in Spanish (preferred).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Bonus opportunity based on performance, paid semi-annually.
• 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday leave.
• Paid malpractice insurance, state bar dues, professional membership fees, and CLE courses.
• Flexible work arrangements may be considered for candidates with significant experience.
• Free parking at the office.

Large firm skill combined with small town care. This Washington firm has a skilled, broad range of attorneys, allowing for effective practice in estate planning, business planning, serious injury, immigration, bankruptcy, divorce, criminal defense, and much more. They aren't simply in their community. They have become a part of it.