Associate Attorney - Immigration Law

Job Overview: A leading law firm is seeking a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its team in Miami, FL. This full-time position focuses on immigration matters, with an emphasis on representing clients in removal proceedings. The ideal candidate will have experience working on cases involving USCIS, DOS, and DOL, and be passionate about advocating for clients facing immigration challenges.

Duties:

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before Immigration Courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Conduct comprehensive client interviews to gather necessary case information.
• Prepare legal briefs, motions, and other court-related documents.
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients regarding their immigration cases and potential outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop and strategize case approaches.
• Stay updated on the latest immigration laws and regulations.
• Participate in client meetings and consultations.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in one or more states (Florida, California, Maryland, West Virginia, or Pennsylvania preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in immigration law, specifically in removal proceedings.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese is highly desirable.
• Commitment to advocating for immigrant rights.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar admission in one or more states (Florida preferred).

Skills:

• Expertise in immigration law, particularly removal proceedings.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

This boutique law firm specializes in removal proceedings and cases from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Department of State (DoS), and Department of Labor (DOL). It provides legal services related to appeals, employment, litigation, and non-litigation matters. The firm has offices Baltimore and Frederick, Florida; San Diego, California; Miami, Florida; and Washington, DC.