Consular Processing Immigration Attorney

Job Title: Consular Processing Immigration Attorney

Job Overview: A prominent law firm located in Los Angeles, CA, is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Associate Consular Processing Immigration Attorney to join their growing immigration team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic team of legal professionals while gaining valuable experience in consular processing, waiver cases, and immigration law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immigration law, particularly consular processing, and will be passionate about serving clients' needs with a high level of professionalism and efficiency.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of consular processing (CP) and waiver cases, including I-130, I-601A, I-212, I-601, consular processing, and K-Visa applications.
• Prepare clients for their consulate interviews and guide them through the consular process.
• Represent clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
• Review immigration applications and related documentation prepared by the legal team.
• Lead and coordinate a team of paralegals to ensure timely case progression and client satisfaction.
• Provide legal analysis to assess potential benefits or complications in immigration cases.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1-4 years of experience in immigration law, with a focus on consular processing and waiver applications.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish) is preferred.
• Familiarity with case management software is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and good standing membership with a CA State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, particularly consular processing and waivers.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing teams and delegating tasks effectively.
• Proficient in case management software and legal documentation processes.

Job Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Catered lunches and complimentary parking.
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a dynamic legal team.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated.

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.