Bilingual Associate Immigration Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with matching (after vesting)

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Oakland, CA seeks an experienced bilingual Associate Immigration Attorney to join its team. The role offers opportunities to develop courtroom advocacy, case management, and client relationships.

You will represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in humanitarian, family-based, and removal defense cases, prepare asylum and VAWA filings, participate in hearings, and collaborate with paralegals and staff.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the United States (California license preferred).
• Fluent in Spanish and English (or Portuguese and English).
• At least 3 years of immigration law experience.
• Strong writing, organizational, and client communication skills.
• Commitment to immigrant rights and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in humanitarian, family-based, and removal defense cases.
• Prepare filings including asylum, cancellation of removal, VAWA, SIJS, U-Visas, and adjustment of status.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions and briefs, and manage client communications.
• Participate in hearings, interviews, and trials with mentorship from senior attorneys.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and support staff.

Skills

Spanish

Portuguese

Legal research

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced bilingual Associate Immigration Attorney to join their team in Oakland, CA. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact while honing courtroom, client advocacy, and case management skills.

Duties

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in humanitarian, family-based, and removal defense cases.
• Prepare filings including asylum, cancellation of removal, VAWA, SIJS, U-Visas, and adjustment of status.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions and briefs, and manage client communications.
• Participate in hearings, interviews, and trials with mentorship from senior attorneys.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and support staff.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in any U.S. state (California license preferred).
• Fluent in Spanish and English (or Portuguese and English).
• At least 3 years of immigration law experience.
• Strong writing, organizational, and client communication skills.
• Commitment to immigrant rights and social justice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar License (preferred).

Skills

• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong organizational and client communication skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with matching (after vesting period).
• Coverage of bar dues, CLE, and professional development.
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment with opportunities for growth.