Attorney

Welcome Law Firm; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance (optional)

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Welcome Law Firm is seeking an Immigration Associate Attorney to handle a diverse immigration caseload from consultation through resolution in an in-office capacity across CT locations including Waterbury and Stamford. You will represent clients in court, manage family-based matters, and collaborate with a team dedicated to exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school with 2+ years of immigration experience, including removal proceedings, and strong

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 2+ years of immigration law experience.
• Experience representing clients in removal proceedings.
• Experience handling family-based immigration matters (marriage-based, fiancé(e), VAWA, U Visas, SIJS).
• Strong client counseling, communication and advocacy skills.
• Adaptable and receptive to feedback; able to work within established systems.
• Team-oriented with commitment to exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse immigration caseload from consultation through resolution.
• Represent clients in immigration court and removal proceedings.
• Handle family-based immigration matters including petitions and naturalization.
• Conduct consultations with prospective clients in person and by phone.
• Prepare filings, supporting documentation, and correspondence.
• Travel occasionally to satellite CT offices to meet clients/colleagues.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to provide exceptional client service.

Skills

Client counseling

Communication

Advocacy

Team-oriented

Travel readiness

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Title: Immigration Associate Attorney (in office)

Salary: $120,000–150,000 annually, based on experience

Location: Waterbury OR Stamford, CT

*THIS IS A RETAINED SEARCH - PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT ME/THE FIRM IF YOU ARE A RECRUITER*

About Welcome Law Firm

We are committed to helping individuals and families navigate the immigration process with compassion, integrity, and exceptional legal advocacy. Our attorneys are known for going above and beyond for clients, supported by a highly trained team that allows them to focus on delivering outstanding legal representation.

Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and professional growth. We believe in empowering our attorneys with the autonomy to succeed without micromanagement while providing the support, leadership, and resources needed to build long-term careers. As our firm continues to grow, we're looking for an Immigration Associate Attorney who is adaptable, team-oriented, and committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. To learn more, visit our website: welcomelawfirm.com.

• PTO + 9 firm-observed holidays
• Medical insurance
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 3% employer match

Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse immigration caseload from consultation through resolution
• Represent clients in immigration court and removal proceedings
• Handle family-based immigration matters, including marriage-based and fiancé(e) visa petitions, citizenship and naturalization, VAWA petitions, U Visas, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) matters
• Conduct consultations with prospective clients both in person and by phone
• Prepare legal filings, applications, supporting documentation, and correspondence
• Travel occasionally to satellite offices throughout CT to meet with clients/colleagues
• Collaborate closely with attorneys/support staff to provide exceptional client service
• Attorneys based in the Stamford office will work at least one day per week from the Waterbury office

Requirements:

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• 2+ years of immigration law experience
• Experience representing clients in removal proceedings
• Experience handling family-based immigration matters, including marriage-based and fiancé(e) visa petitions, VAWA petitions, U Visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and naturalization/citizenship matters
• Strong client counseling, communication, and advocacy skills
• Adaptable and receptive to feedback, with the ability to work within established systems and processes
• Team-oriented with a strong commitment to providing exceptional client service
• Reliable transportation for occasional travel between office locations

Bonus Experience:

• Business immigration experience
• Connecticut Bar admission
• Additional Bar admission in New York, Massachusetts, or New Jersey

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not representative of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Welcome Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer. The position is located in the firm's Waterbury, CT and/or Stamford office. Relocation Assistance is not offered for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.