Immigration Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an Immigration Attorney to join their team. Reporting to the Managing Immigration Attorney, this role involves managing a diverse caseload, interacting with clients, and collaborating with a team of immigration attorneys and legal assistants. The Immigration Attorney will handle various immigration matters, including removal proceedings, family-based petitions, and humanitarian cases, while presenting strategic solutions and providing expert legal analysis.

Duties:

• Report to the Managing Immigration Attorney and manage an assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with the Immigration Team, including attorneys and legal assistants.
• 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.
• Conduct intakes and visits with detained individuals at centers.
• Prepare and file a variety of immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review and adjust immigration application packets as needed.
• Engage with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations regarding changes in immigration law.
• Conduct strategic consultations with potential clients and determine appropriate legal strategies.
• Develop strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to identify potential benefits and implications for clients' cases.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.
• Stay updated on changes in immigration laws and policies.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Proven track record of advancing legal cases and managing a caseload.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, detained cases, citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of immigration law and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a team of legal professionals.
• Proven ability to provide strategic legal solutions and prepare clients for court and USCIS testimonies.
• Experience with case management software and other legal technologies.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive compensation package, including a 401(k) plan.
• Perks such as catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more.

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.