Associate Attorney needed for Fort Lauderdale office

Job Title

Associate Attorney (Remote Eligible)

Job Overview

A Fort Lauderdale-based law office specializing in immigration matters seeks a motivated legal professional to join their dynamic and mission-driven team. The firm supports individuals, families, and enterprises navigating U.S. immigration pathways. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a remote-first legal environment, brings sharp analytical judgment, and is driven by meaningful client advocacy.

Duties

• Draft, manage, and submit a range of petitions and applications involving family-based and humanitarian immigration relief

• Represent clients before administrative agencies including USCIS, EOIR, and the Board of Immigration Appeals

• Collaborate with internal legal staff on strategy, filings, and hearing preparation

• Maintain oversight of case timelines, regulatory deadlines, and documentation accuracy

• Research statutes, regulations, and precedent decisions to support case development

• Compose and review legal briefs, client correspondence, and submission packets

• Stay updated on evolving immigration policies and procedural changes

• Tackle complex legal issues and offer creative, compliant solutions

• Uphold ethical obligations and professional responsibility standards

• Perform additional legal tasks as needed

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited institution

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state or territory

• Minimum 2 years of experience working in immigration law

• Familiarity with humanitarian-based relief (VAWA, U visa, T visa) is highly desirable

• Strong command of written and spoken English

• Eligibility to work in the United States

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Active Bar Membership in good standing with any U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

• Advanced legal research and writing capabilities

• Detail-oriented organizational habits for managing high caseloads

• Strong interpersonal communication, especially across multicultural contexts

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities remotely

• Technologically proficient in tools like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Multilingual fluency is advantageous (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole)

• Sound ethical judgment and dedication to professional integrity

• Demonstrated capacity for emotional intelligence and empathy

• Capable of leading client matters with professionalism and confidence

• Business-savvy mindset with awareness of client needs and legal outcomes

Job Location

• Fort Lauderdale, FL (Remote Work Permitted)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement savings plan