Attorney Immigration Law

MJA International Law Group; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Attorney – Immigration Law

Job summary

MJA International Law Group APC is a boutique immigration law firm in Solana Beach, CA. We provide specialized temporary and permanent immigration services for athletes, their families and staff, with emphasis on the equine industry and major league baseball.

We are professional, innovative and fast-paced, offering a collaborative environment and diverse matters. The attorney will conduct intakes, prepare petitions (P-1, I-130/I-485, EB-1, O-1, N-400) and supervise junior staff while maintaining

Qualifications

• J.D. with a valid US license to practice law.
• Minimum one year of immigration law experience.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Strong writing and intercultural communication skills.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel and databases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes and provide legal consultations to determine eligibility for benefits.
• Prepare and submit immigration petitions (P-1, P-1S, I-130/I-485, I-90, EB-1, N-400, O-1, O-2, etc.).
• Assist with employment authorization and related documents as needed.
• Maintain bar membership through continuing legal education.
• Assign work and supervise Legal Assistants.
• Other duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Interpersonal skills

Writing

Cross-cultural communication

Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Database programs

Flexible schedule

Team player

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Database software

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Attorney – Immigration Law

MJA International Law Group APC is a boutique law firm in Solana Beach, CA. We are professional, innovative, and fast-paced. Our goal is to provide specialized temporary and permanent immigration services for athletes, their families and support staff with an emphasis on the equine industry and major league baseball.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct intakes and provide legal consultations to determine eligibility for benefits.
• Prepare and submit immigration petitions for the following but not limited to: P-1, P-1S, I-130/I-485, I-90, EB-1, N-400, O-1, O-2, Permanent Residency, Adjustment of Status.
• Additional benefits such as employment authorization documents, travel documents, renewal of permanent resident cards, Certificates of Citizenship, and FOIAs.
• Maintain bar membership through continuing legal education.
• Assign work and supervise Legal Assistants.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Attorney.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• J.D. with a valid license to practice law in the United States.
• At least one year of immigration legal experience.
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing and demonstrated intercultural communication ability.
• High level of proficiency in Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and database programs.
• Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work.
• Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands. Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Please submit a resume with a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online application. References will be required at the time of the final interview. No telephone calls, please. The position will remain open until filled.