Immigration Attorney

Job Title: Immigration Attorney
Location: Washington, DC

Job Overview:
A prestigious and rapidly expanding law firm is currently seeking a motivated and skilled Immigration Attorney to join its team in Washington, DC. The firm is looking for a self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, overseeing a team of paralegals, and providing exceptional legal service to clients. Experience in immigration law is preferred, but those with backgrounds in other legal fields are encouraged to apply.

Duties:

• Conduct consultations with potential clients to assess their legal needs.
• Develop and implement case strategies.
• Manage multiple cases, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Supervise and train legal staff, including paralegals.
• Draft and revise legal documents such as court filings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Perform legal research and keep updated on changes in immigration law and case precedents.
• Handle court hearings, trials, and client representation.
• Promote the firm’s legal services and help cross-sell other practice areas.
• Work one Saturday a month, with opportunities for bonuses for new clients signed during those days.
• Become a subject matter expert in areas like Family Petitions, Asylum, SIJIS, U-Visas, and Waivers.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Bar License in Good Standing from any US state or Puerto Rico.
• Fluency in Spanish (required).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in immigration law (preferred).
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar License in Good Standing from any US State or Puerto Rico.

Skills:

• Fluency in Spanish.
• Proficiency in managing legal cases and client interactions.
• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Ability to supervise and manage legal staff.
• Knowledge of immigration law, including Family Petitions, Asylum, and U-Visas.
• Ability to handle a high caseload and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-relations skills.

Job Location:
Washington, DC

Benefits:

• Signing bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Relocation reimbursement up to $10,000 (forgiven after 6 months).
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid time off for birthdays and work anniversaries.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid parking.
• Life insurance coverage.

The law firm focuses its practice on immigration law and personal injury law. The firm's major practice areas include immigration law, personal injury, criminal law, and divorce. The firm's attorneys have vast experience in these practice areas. The firm's offices are located in seven major locations in Florida, Washington, District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.