Entry-Level Immigration Attorney

Location: San Jose, CA

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a passionate and motivated Entry-Level Immigration Attorney to join its growing legal team in San Jose, CA. This is a unique opportunity for a newly admitted attorney or a recent law school graduate to gain hands-on experience in immigration law while working alongside experienced attorneys and legal professionals. The firm is dedicated to advocating for clients’ rights and providing innovative legal solutions in complex immigration matters.

Duties

• Explain immigration processes, legal concepts, and potential strategies to clients in understandable terms.
• Represent clients in immigration proceedings, including detained and non-detained cases, before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Conduct case intakes with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and file a wide range of immigration applications, including family-based petitions and removal defense filings.
• Review and refine immigration filings to ensure completeness and compliance.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial agencies, and community organizations to stay informed on immigration law developments.
• Conduct consultations with potential clients to assess their cases and recommend strategies.
• Develop case strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony before immigration authorities and courts.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to identify potential case benefits and options for clients.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for diverse immigration matters.

Requirements

• Demonstrated passion for immigration law, shown through law school clinics, internships, volunteer work, or relevant experiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle a caseload efficiently.
• Ability to collaborate within a team while also working independently.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience using case management software is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to a State Bar (recent graduates awaiting bar admission will also be considered).

Certifications

• Active State Bar license or confirmation of pending admission.

Skills

• Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
• Legal research and analytical reasoning.
• Client counseling and intake management.
• Case strategy development and trial preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal technology and case management platforms is desirable.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Complimentary parking.
• Catered lunches and other workplace perks.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

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 the fields of 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 and 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.