Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a skilled Immigration Attorney for a remote position based in Puerto Rico. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney to further their career in immigration law with a firm known for its success in advocating for clients’ rights. The role offers ample room for growth, the opportunity to manage cases independently, and collaboration with a team of immigration professionals.

Location:

• San Juan, Puerto Rico

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to clients.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
• Manage a caseload, ensuring timely and effective case progression.
• Visit and conduct intake interviews with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare various immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions.
• Review immigration applications and make necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law.
• Meet with potential clients for strategic consultations and assess necessary strategies.
• Develop strategies and prepare clients/witnesses for court hearings or USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to clients, highlighting potential benefits or challenges in their cases.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases.

Requirements:

• At least 3-5 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload effectively while moving legal cases forward.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with a team.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian Relief, EOIR cases, Detained Cases, Citizenship, and USCIS applications.
• Experience using Case Management Software is preferred.
• Ability to strategize and work effectively with clients, associates, and support staff.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Puerto Rico Bar or the ability to practice law in Puerto Rico.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and case management abilities.
• Expertise in handling removal defense and family-based immigration cases.
• Ability to interact professionally with law enforcement, courts, and community organizations.
• Proficiency in preparing and submitting immigration applications and legal briefs.
• Strong strategic thinking and client counseling skills.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Catered lunches.
• Complimentary parking.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Career development opportunities within a growing firm.

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.