Immigration Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an immigration attorney to join their team in Phoenix, AZ. The firm is dedicated to advancing the rights of the immigrant community through high-impact litigation and advocacy. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of removal defense, family-based, and humanitarian immigration cases, representing clients in immigration court and appeals.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of removal defense cases in Phoenix, Florence, and Eloy Immigration Courts.
• Prepare and litigate applications for relief from removal, including asylum and other waivers.
• Argue motions to release clients from detention in bond proceedings.
• Challenge allegations of removability through motions to terminate and suppress.
• Conduct investigations and gather evidence to support clients' claims.
• Prepare affirmative applications for visas, citizenship, and asylum.
• Communicate with other attorneys and experts to benefit clients.
• Draft and file motions and briefs before immigration courts and appeals.
• Analyze immigration consequences of criminal convictions.
• Litigate petitions for writ of habeas corpus and applications for injunctive relief.
• Perform consultations for potential clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law by the highest court of any state.
• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Commitment to the firm's mission and values.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law by the highest court of any state.

Skills

• Strong written and oral advocacy.
• Effective client and caseload management.
• Disciplined adherence to best practices.
• Leadership and team performance improvement.

Benefits

• Monthly and quarterly performance-based bonuses.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick time, and vacation time.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Payment of bar and professional organization membership dues.
• Payment of annual MCLE courses and professional development opportunities.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel.
• Relocation assistance for out-of-state hires.
• Promotion opportunities along a partnership track.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306