Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm in the Greater Los Angeles area is seeking a skilled and dedicated Immigration Attorney to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience in handling a wide range of immigration cases, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement within a dynamic and supportive environment. The Immigration Attorney will be responsible for managing a caseload, providing strategic counsel to clients, and working closely with a talented team of legal professionals.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Explain complex immigration concepts and offer strategic solutions to clients
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a caseload of immigration cases, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at immigration centers
• Prepare and submit a variety of immigration applications, including petitions, motions, and appeals
• Review and revise immigration applications and packets as necessary
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on immigration-related matters
• Conduct strategic immigration consultations with potential clients and develop case strategies
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court or USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis to determine possible case benefits and risks
• Draft and submit legal briefs for immigration cases

Requirements:

• At least 1 to 4 years of experience in Immigration Law
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and move cases forward effectively
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate and strategize with fellow associates
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active state bar membership

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain complex legal matters clearly to clients and colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines
• Experience with immigration law, particularly in family-based petitions and removal defense

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Catered lunches
• Complimentary parking
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for career development and growth

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.