USCIS Immigration Attorney

A law firm seeks a highly skilled and motivated USCIS Immigration Attorney to join its growing team in Los Angeles. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 3-5 years of experience in immigration law to work in a dynamic, supportive environment. The selected candidate will handle a variety of immigration matters, collaborate with a talented legal team, and contribute to strategic decisions for both detained and non-detained clients. If you’re looking to take the next step in your legal career, this position offers significant growth potential within a premier firm.

Duties:

• Develop strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony before USCIS and the courts
• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a diverse caseload, including both detained and non-detained individuals
• Conduct intake interviews with detained clients at detention centers
• Prepare and review immigration applications, including family-based petitions and removal defense
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecution, and community organizations on immigration-related matters
• Consult with prospective clients to devise personalized legal strategies
• Provide legal analysis to identify potential benefits for clients’ cases
• Draft and submit legal briefs for a wide range of immigration cases

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in immigration law
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly
• Experience handling USCIS applications, Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian Cases, EOIR, Citizenship, and Detained Cases
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with Case Management Software is a plus

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar admission (preferably in California)

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of immigration law, including USCIS processes and removal proceedings
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• A strategic thinker with the ability to adapt to evolving legal landscapes

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Perks such as catered lunches, complimentary parking, and more
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive team environment

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.