Immigration Attorney

A law firm seeks a talented and driven Immigration Attorney to join their growing team in Los Angeles. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1-4 years of experience in immigration law to manage a caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with an experienced immigration team. The role offers the chance to develop and grow within a supportive firm environment that values professional growth and client success.

Duties

• Represent individuals in immigration proceedings, including removal hearings and appeals before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
• Handle non-detained and detained client cases, including conducting intake interviews at detention centers.
• Prepare and submit immigration applications, such as removal defense petitions, family-based immigration filings, and other USCIS applications.
• Review and refine immigration documents to ensure completeness and compliance with legal requirements.
• Consult with clients to determine the best strategies for their immigration cases and provide ongoing legal guidance.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law and policy.
• Provide legal analysis to assess potential benefits for clients and develop strategies accordingly.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court appearances or USCIS interviews.
• Draft and file legal briefs and motions for various immigration-related cases.
• Manage a caseload while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • 1-4 years of experience in immigration law, specifically with family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, EOIR proceedings, detained cases, citizenship applications, and USCIS filings.
  • Proven ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward efficiently.
  • Experience with case management software is preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Excellent legal analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and ability to handle complex legal documentation.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in California.

Skills

• Knowledge of immigration law, particularly EOIR procedures, USCIS applications, and family-based petitions.
• Strong research, legal writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a variety of cases and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Capacity to collaborate with colleagues in a dynamic legal environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO), including vacation and holidays.
• Additional perks such as catered lunches and complimentary parking.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Immigration Attorney to advance their career in a law firm with a supportive team, strong mentorship, and a focus on professional development. If you are passionate about immigration law and eager to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

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.