Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking an Immigration Attorney licensed in Puerto Rico to join its growing legal team. This position provides a valuable opportunity for attorneys interested in managing a broad caseload, collaborating with experienced legal professionals, and advancing their career in a remote setting. The role is ideal for those with a strong commitment to client advocacy, particularly in removal defense and family-based immigration matters.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Explain complex immigration concepts to clients and provide strategic legal solutions
• Represent both detained and non-detained individuals in removal proceedings, including appearances before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a varied caseload effectively, ensuring progress and compliance with timelines
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at detention centers
• Prepare a range of immigration applications, including those for removal defense and family-based petitions
• Review and adjust immigration application packets as necessary for accuracy and completeness
• Work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations on immigration law developments
• Provide consultations with potential clients to assess their immigration options and develop legal strategies
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony
• Draft and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration-related cases

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience practicing immigration law
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred but not required)
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate and strategize with other team members
• Demonstrated ability to manage caseloads effectively and advance legal cases
• Experience handling family-based petitions, humanitarian cases, EOIR, detained cases, citizenship applications, and other USCIS matters
• Proficiency in case management software is preferred

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Licensed Attorney in good standing with Puerto Rico Bar Admission

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail
• Commitment to client advocacy and delivering high-quality legal services
• Effective research and strategic planning skills
• Adaptability and focus in a remote work environment

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Workplace Perks: Catered lunches (if onsite), paid time off, and other firm-sponsored perks
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career advancement and skill development within a supportive, growing legal team

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.