Senior Immigration Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Immigration Attorney in San Jose, CA. This role offers a promising opportunity for an admitted attorney to advance their career within a well-established firm. The successful candidate will manage their caseload, engage with clients, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions.
• Represent individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage a diverse workload of cases.
• Conduct intake with detained individuals at centers.
• Prepare immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review and adjust immigration application packets as needed.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and community organizations on immigration law changes.
• Conduct strategic consultations with potential clients.
• Develop strategies and prepare clients for court/USCIS testimony.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in immigration law.
• Ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward.
• Experience with family-based petitions, humanitarian cases, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with case management software preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law.

Skills

• Excellent legal analysis and strategic planning abilities.
• Strong communication and client interaction skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Catered lunches and complimentary parking.
• Paid time off.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306