Associate Immigration Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401k with employer matching

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Immigration Attorney in Oakland, CA to represent clients in removal defense and federal court matters, with a mix of office hours, remote work, and court appearances.

The role requires strong writing and research skills, ability to manage a caseload, and compassionate client communication. Travel may be required and Bar admission in California preferred.

JD required; bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in California preferred.
• Experience with Special Immigrant Juvenile and Habeas Corpus preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in immigration matters.
• Stay informed on developments in immigration law.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs and memoranda.
• Direct and supervise legal assistants.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Case management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Immigration Attorney in Oakland, CA. The role involves representing clients in various immigration matters, including removal defense and federal court cases. The position offers a mix of office hours, remote work, and court appearances, with some travel required.

Duties

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in immigration matters.
• Stay informed on developments in immigration law.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs and memoranda.
• Direct and supervise legal assistants.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in California preferred.
• Experience with Special Immigrant Juvenile and Habeas Corpus preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload and communicate legal terms to clients.
• Compassionate communication with clients and team.
• Detail-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with case management software preferred.
• Ability to travel.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in California preferred.

Skills

• Excellent writing and legal research skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Compassionate client interaction.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401k with employer matching.
• Long-term disability insurance.