Immigration Attorney

A law firm in Silver Spring, MD, is seeking a skilled Immigration Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have immigration experience and demonstrate exceptional communication, management, and organizational skills. This role requires a proactive and self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The Immigration Attorney will manage a high caseload, oversee a team of paralegals, interact with clients, and handle various immigration matters, including Family Petitions, Asylum, and U-Visas. Fluency in Spanish is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a substantial caseload, including day-to-day interactions with clients and potential clients.
• Supervise and coordinate a large team of paralegals and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Meet with potential new clients and develop case strategies.
• Prepare, revise, and file court documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Conduct thorough legal research and stay updated on legislative changes and judicial case law.
• Handle court hearings and trials, providing expert legal representation.
• Train and supervise staff, ensuring effective case management and high-quality legal work.
• Market the firm's immigration services and cross-sell various other practices within the firm.
• Work one Saturday a month with opportunities for performance bonuses based on new clients signed.
• Develop expertise in immigration matters, including Family Petitions, Asylum, Individual Hearings, SIJIS, U-Visas, and Waivers.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of immigration experience.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, paralegals, and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in training and supervising staff.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school (required).
• Active Bar License in good standing from any U.S. State or Puerto Rico (required).

Skills:

• Expertise in immigration law, including Family Petitions, Asylum, SIJIS, U-Visas, and Waivers.
• Proficient in drafting and revising legal documents, including motions and briefs.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) are essential.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of immigration experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Relocation reimbursement up to $10,000 (forgiven after 6 months).
• Vacation.
• Sick time off.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Paid birthday and work anniversary.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid parking.
• Life insurance.