Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a Senior Immigration Attorney for an exciting opportunity in Orange, CA. The firm offers a dynamic environment where a skilled attorney can thrive and grow professionally. This position will involve managing a diverse caseload, representing clients in removal proceedings, and collaborating with a dedicated team of attorneys and legal assistants. The Senior Immigration Attorney will play a key role in handling complex immigration cases while maintaining client relationships and providing strategic legal solutions.

Location:

• Orange, CA

Duties:

• Explain immigration law concepts and present tailored strategic solutions to clients
• Represent detained and non-detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a caseload efficiently, ensuring that cases move forward in a timely manner
• Conduct intakes with detained individuals at centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications and make necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy
• Work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations on immigration law developments
• Meet with potential clients for consultations and assess necessary strategies for their cases
• Develop strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis for clients, identifying potential case benefits
• Draft and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Requirements:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in immigration law
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and move cases forward
• A team player with an open approach to collaboration and strategy development
• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of immigration law and procedures
• Ability to manage complex legal cases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a legal team
• Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze and adjust legal documents

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Catered lunches
• Paid parking