USCIS Immigration Attorney Junior Level

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a USCIS Immigration Attorney (Junior Level) in Los Angeles, CA. This position is ideal for an attorney with 1-3 years of immigration experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to collaborate with a support team. The role involves managing a diverse USCIS caseload, conducting FOIA reviews, preparing clients for interviews, and ensuring accurate and timely filings.

Duties

• Assess relief eligibility and develop case strategies for USCIS matters.
• Manage a caseload including family-based petitions, U Visas, VAWA, TPS, N-400, I-90, and FOIA reviews.
• Review and approve filings prior to submission.
• Review 10-15 FOIAs weekly and prepare detailed assessments.
• Review CAL DOJ and FBI FOIAs to determine the impact of criminal history on immigration relief.
• Draft immigration declarations and supporting documents for motions to vacate.
• Prepare clients for USCIS interviews.
• Lead, guide, and mentor paralegals and legal assistants.
• Ensure deadlines are met and cases move efficiently.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain excellent case management and communication.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state (California preferred).
• 1-3 years of immigration law experience.
• FOIA review experience preferred.
• Previous immigration experience as a legal assistant or paralegal strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Proficient with electronic case management systems.
• Organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A dependable laptop or desktop (8GB RAM minimum, Core i5 or higher) paired with a stable 10 Mbps connection.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the United States.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Case management proficiency.
• Bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Uncapped paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Roth IRA.

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