Intake Attorney Immigration

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Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Immigration Intake Attorney to serve as the first point of contact for prospective immigration clients. This role involves overseeing the intake process and team, conducting consultations, and ensuring accurate evaluation and onboarding of new cases. This is an excellent opportunity for a bilingual attorney with a background in immigration law who is passionate about client service and operational excellence.

Location:

• San Jose, California

Duties:

• Conduct strategic consultations with prospective immigration clients

• Supervise intake paralegals and contract preparers to ensure scopes/retainers and questionnaires are accurate and complete

• Review and assign new business intake files

• Communicate valuable case information to the Intake Committee for evaluation

• Assist in recruiting and hiring for the legal intake department

• Explain immigration concepts and solutions to clients and staff

• Inform clients about applicable immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions

• Occasionally review application packets and prepare clients/witnesses for USCIS or court appearances

• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on case viability and benefits

• Contribute to the preparation and submission of legal briefs for various immigration matters

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in immigration law

• Supervisory experience preferred

• Sales or client engagement background is a plus

• Proven track record of progressing legal cases efficiently

• Knowledge of family-based, humanitarian, removal defense (detained and non-detained), citizenship, and other USCIS applications

• Experience with legal intake processes and team management

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing

Skills:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to manage intake workflow and handle client relationships

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

• Familiarity with legal case management software

• Ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and escalate matters appropriately

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off and firm-observed holidays

• Complimentary parking

• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Company info

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