Immigration Associate Attorney Bilingual Spanish

The Grande Law Firm; Canada; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven firm as an Associate Attorney, advocating for immigrant families with integrity and compassion. In this role, you'll manage immigration cases from start to finish, ensuring clients receive the highest standard of legal representation. Collaborate with a dedicated team to conduct thorough legal research, prepare strategic case plans, and maintain transparent communication with clients. This established firm values excellence and fosters long-term relationships with clients, making a meaningful impact in their lives. If you are passionate about immigration law and committed to delivering life-changing results, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active State Bar member.
• 3+ years of experience in immigration law and fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Manage immigration cases with precision and ensure high legal representation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare compelling case memorandums.

Skills

Immigration Law Expertise

Fluency in Spanish

Legal Research

Client Advocacy

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Grande Law Firm is looking for a passionate and skilled Associate Attorney to join our Los Angeles office and advocate for immigrant families with excellence, integrity, and compassion. This role is for a mission-driven attorney who is committed to delivering life-changing results for our clients while collaborating in a high-performing, growth-oriented team.

Responsibilities:

1. Advocate with Excellence – Manage immigration cases from inception to resolution, ensuring precision, compliance, and the highest standard of legal representation.
2. Lead with Integrity & Trust – Meet with clients to deeply understand their goals, provide transparent advisement, and maintain consistent, empathetic communication throughout their case.
3. Commit to Thorough Preparation – Conduct in-depth legal research, analyze case files, and gather strong supporting evidence to build compelling cases.
4. Represent with Confidence & Boldness – Advocate for clients in interviews, hearings, and court appearances, ensuring they are fully prepared and supported.
5. Collaborate for Success – Develop strategic case plans and guide paralegals and legal assistants in executing tasks efficiently to meet key milestones.
6. Ensure Accountability & Growth – Review all assigned cases at least monthly, proactively addressing any challenges and providing regular updates to clients.
7. Maintain Transparency & Efficiency – Track and record billable hours accurately, ensuring detailed case documentation to support smooth workflows.
8. Close Cases with Excellence – Prepare case memorandums and oversee the timely and thorough resolution of cases.
9. Guide Clients with Clarity & Care – Conduct strategy sessions with potential clients, assessing their needs and ensuring a seamless onboarding process that aligns with their legal goals.
10. Foster Long-Term Client Trust – Build and maintain positive client relationships by delivering clear, proactive communication and personalized service that reflects our firm’s commitment to their success.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar Association (CA preferred).
• Minimum of three+ years of experience in immigration law.
• Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience handling family-based immigration, asylum, removal defense, and other immigration matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work with diverse clientele.

Compensation:
$90,000 to $110,000 per year