Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Miami, FL, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Associate Immigration Attorney to join its team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated attorney to gain further experience and grow within an established firm. The selected candidate will work closely with senior attorneys and legal assistants, manage a caseload, and engage in client interaction while contributing to the firm’s immigration practice.

Location:

• Miami, FL

Duties:

• Explain immigration laws and concepts, offering strategic legal solutions.
• Represent both non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage and prioritize a caseload, ensuring efficient case progression.
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare various immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions.
• Review and make necessary adjustments to immigration applications and packets.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations regarding changes in immigration law.
• Provide strategic consultations to potential clients to assess their legal needs.
• Develop case strategies and prepare clients/witnesses for testimony in court or before USCIS.
• Provide legal analysis to clients regarding potential case benefits.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for diverse immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1 to 4 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and advance legal cases.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Legal Writing, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with case management software is preferred.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the state of Florida (or ability to gain admission).

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop strategic solutions.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Complimentary parking.
• Catered lunches.
• Opportunities for career development and growth within the firm.