Immigration Attorney - EOIR

A law firm seeks an experienced Immigration Attorney specializing in EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review) to join their team in Los Angeles. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional with 1-5 years of immigration law experience to manage cases and represent clients in various immigration proceedings. The ideal candidate will have a passion for defending clients' rights and working in a collaborative team environment.

Duties

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
• Manage a caseload, ensuring efficient progress of cases and compliance with deadlines.
• Visit detention centers and conduct intake interviews with detained clients.
• Prepare and file immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review immigration applications for completeness and accuracy, making necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations to stay updated on immigration law changes.
• Conduct consultations with potential clients, assessing their needs and developing strategic plans.
• Guide and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony at court or before USCIS.
• Provide in-depth legal analysis to identify potential case benefits for clients.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • 1-5 years of experience practicing immigration law, with a focus on EOIR proceedings.
  • Strong background in handling family-based petitions, removal defense, detained cases, citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
  • Proven ability to manage a caseload efficiently and advocate for clients in complex immigration cases.
• Skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in legal writing and presenting cases.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage case files and deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.
  • Experience with case management software is a plus.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of EOIR processes, immigration law, and related legal procedures.
• Legal research and writing proficiency, with the ability to prepare comprehensive legal briefs.
• Case management and organizational skills to efficiently handle a busy caseload.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
• Perks such as catered lunches and paid parking.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing law firm and gain valuable experience in immigration law. Work alongside a team of professionals in an environment that fosters both career growth and client success.

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.