Associate Immigration Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an admitted attorney for an Associate Immigration Attorney position in Las Vegas, Nevada. This role offers a promising opportunity for career growth within an 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 workload of diverse 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

• 1 to 4 years of experience in immigration law.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Preferably bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and advance legal cases.
• Experience with family-based petitions, humanitarian cases, EOIR, detained cases, citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Familiarity with case management software is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law.

Skills

• Strong legal analysis and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and client interaction skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

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

Company info

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