Associate Immigration Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Immigration Attorney in San Jose, CA. The firm specializes in defending immigrants facing deportation, assisting asylum seekers, and helping legal residents with immigration issues. The position requires a motivated, bilingual English-Spanish candidate to join their team full-time.

Duties

• Represent clients before DHS, EOIR, and DOS in various immigration matters.
• Advocate for clients in Immigration Courts and BIA for removal defense and related hearings.
• Prepare declarations, legal briefs, and letter briefs.
• Conduct client intake and consultations.
• Appear with clients before USCIS and Immigration Courts in various locations.
• Maintain reports on client caseload.
• Participate in community know-your-rights meetings.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-certified law school with current Bar Membership in good standing, preferably California Bar.
• At least one year of experience in family, removal, and immigration legal defense.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Commitment to immigrants' and civil rights issues.
• Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills.
• Desire to advance professionally within the firm and immigration legal community.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Proficiency in INSZoom or other immigration platforms is a plus.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-certified law school.

Certifications

• Current Bar Membership in good standing.

Skills

• Bilingual English-Spanish proficiency.
• Outstanding interpersonal and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Proficiency in immigration platforms like INSZoom.

Company info

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