Intake Attorney Immigration

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intake Attorney for its Immigration practice in Los Angeles, CA. This role serves as the first point of contact for potential clients, requiring experience in Immigration Law and proficiency in conducting intakes. The position involves supervising an intake team and collaborating with the Immigration team, offering a valuable opportunity for career advancement.

Duties

• Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and determine necessary strategy.
• Supervise intake paralegals and contract preparers to ensure accuracy in scopes/retainers and intake questionnaires.
• Communicate relevant information to the Intake Committee for new client review.
• Review and assign new business intake.
• Assist with recruiting and hiring efforts for the legal intake department.
• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to potential clients and intake staff.
• Inform potential clients of diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions.
• Occasionally review immigration applications/packets and make necessary adjustments.
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony.
• Conduct research and provide legal analysis for clients to determine possible case benefits.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of Immigration Law experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish with full proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Supervisory skills preferred.
• Sales experience or background is a plus.
• Record of moving legal cases forward and ability to manage a caseload.
• Experience with family-based petitions, humanitarian, removal defense, citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with case management software preferred.
• Ability to escalate issues appropriately and present logical solutions to management.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of California.

Skills

• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

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

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