Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected law firm in Norcross, GA seeks an experienced Immigration Associate Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will handle a range of immigration matters, providing essential legal guidance to clients while collaborating with non-legal staff for case management. The position offers the chance to impact lives by assisting individuals in achieving legal status in the U.S. An ideal candidate will bring a passion for immigration law, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to innovate and improve legal processes.

Duties:

• Identify potential immigration relief options for clients based on their unique circumstances.
• Develop strategies to advocate for clients and resolve complex immigration matters.
• Prepare clients for USCIS interviews and attend these meetings as a legal representative.
• Provide leadership and training to the paralegal team and other support staff.
• Enforce ethical standards and oversee the professional conduct of non-attorney team members.
• Respond to legal inquiries from support teams and offer expert guidance.
• Review, edit, and ensure the accuracy of USCIS applications and supporting documentation.
• Stay up to date on the latest changes in immigration law, regulations, and procedures.
• Proactively seek ways to improve legal case processing and workflows.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience practicing law.
• Proven experience in supervising and training non-legal staff.
• Experience in family-based and humanitarian immigration law (e.g., VAWA, U-Visa, Asylum, I-130, N-400, I-601) is a plus.
• Strong advocacy and client-focused approach.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and optimize legal practices.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement.
• A passion for providing quality service in an immigration law practice.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.

Certifications:

• Member in good standing of the North Carolina State Bar.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred, but not required.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues in the immigration field.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to guide non-lawyer staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with an eye for process improvements.

Job Location:
Norcross, GA