Entry Level Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an Entry-Level Immigration Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly admitted attorney to gain valuable experience in immigration law while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage their caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with a team of immigration attorneys and legal assistants. The role offers strong career growth potential within a reputable law firm.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage a caseload and track client progress
• Conduct intake with detained individuals at centers
• Prepare a variety of immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions
• Review immigration applications/packets and make necessary adjustments
• Work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations on changes in immigration law
• Conduct consultations with potential clients, assess their needs, and develop immigration strategies
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis to clients regarding potential benefits of their cases
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases

Requirements:

• 0-3 years of experience in Immigration Law
• Team-oriented, open to collaboration and strategizing with colleagues
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to move legal cases forward and manage a caseload effectively
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active state bar membership

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop strategic solutions
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Client-focused with a commitment to providing exceptional service
• Ability to handle a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines
• Experience with immigration applications and legal briefs is a plus

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.