USCIS Immigration Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced and highly motivated Immigration Attorney to handle USCIS-related cases in a remote capacity. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in immigration law, with a focus on a variety of USCIS applications. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex cases while managing client relationships and collaborating with a skilled team of legal professionals. The firm is committed to growth and development, making this an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to further their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Duties

• Develop strategies and guide clients and witnesses in preparation for court and USCIS testimony.
• Represent clients in removal proceedings before Immigration Courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), handling both detained and non-detained individuals.
• Manage and organize a caseload of immigration cases, ensuring that all deadlines and requirements are met.
• Conduct intake meetings with detained clients and gather necessary case details.
• Prepare a wide range of immigration applications, including removal defense, family-based petitions, and other USCIS filings.
• Review and revise immigration applications and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecution offices, and community organizations to stay current with immigration law changes.
• Provide strategic consultations to potential clients, guiding them on the best course of action for their immigration needs.
• Analyze clients’ cases to assess possible benefits and outcomes, advising them on available options.
• Draft and submit legal briefs and motions for a variety of immigration cases.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • 3-5 years of experience practicing immigration law, including handling USCIS applications, family-based petitions, humanitarian relief cases, and other immigration matters.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload and advance legal matters effectively.
  • Experience with case management software is highly preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal communication and client-facing skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and other legal professionals.
  • Proven track record of moving legal cases forward efficiently and managing multiple priorities.
  • High attention to detail and the ability to craft precise legal arguments.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in the state of practice.

Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of USCIS procedures, immigration laws, and policies.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional legal drafting abilities for petitions, motions, and briefs.
• Capability to handle a high volume of cases while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Additional perks such as catered lunches and complimentary parking.

This is a great opportunity for an Immigration Attorney to expand their practice and grow professionally within a supportive, remote work environment. If you're ready to contribute to a forward-thinking legal team and advance your career in immigration law, we encourage you to apply.

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.