Immigration Attorney

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Job Overview: A law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a dedicated Immigration Attorney to handle diverse immigration matters and represent clients in various legal proceedings.

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to clients.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage a substantial caseload efficiently.
• Visit and conduct intakes with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and review immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Make necessary adjustments to immigration applications/packets.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on immigration law changes.
• Meet with potential clients for strategic consultations and determine necessary legal strategies.
• Develop strategies and prepare clients/witnesses for court and USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to identify potential benefits in clients' cases.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1-4 years of Immigration Law experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of advancing legal cases.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in Florida.

Skills:

• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred.
• Excellent strategic planning and legal analysis skills.
• Strong communication and client management skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive compensation package including a 401(k) plan.
• Catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306