Immigration Appearance Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Santa Monica (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Meaningful legal work

Supportive environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Immigration Appearance Attorney for a largely remote role based in Santa Monica, CA. You will represent clients in immigration court and USCIS proceedings, with occasional travel as needed. JD from an accredited law school and bar admission required.

Prior removal defense or USCIS interview experience is preferred. Responsibilities include master calendar and bond hearings, USCIS interviews, hearing coverage, and coordination with attorneys and staff to ensure

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in immigration removal defense, immigration court appearances, and/or USCIS interview representation.
• Strong oral advocacy, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle appearances professionally and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in immigration court appearances, including master calendar and bond hearings.
• Attend USCIS interviews and other agency appearances as needed.
• Provide hearing coverage and limited-scope representation on behalf of the firm.
• Review case materials in advance of hearings to ensure preparedness.
• Communicate hearing outcomes and procedural developments to supervising attorneys and legal staff.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure continuity of representation.
• Maintain professionalism and strong client communication during all appearances.
• Stay current with evolving immigration laws, court procedures, and agency policies.

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Appearance Attorney with experience in employment-based immigration for a largely remote position based in Santa Monica, California. The role involves representing clients in immigration court and USCIS proceedings, with occasional travel required.

Duties

• Represent clients in immigration court appearances, including master calendar and bond hearings.
• Attend USCIS interviews and other agency appearances as needed.
• Provide hearing coverage and limited-scope representation on behalf of the firm.
• Review case materials in advance of hearings to ensure preparedness.
• Communicate hearing outcomes and procedural developments to supervising attorneys and legal staff.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure continuity of representation.
• Maintain professionalism and strong client communication during all appearances.
• Stay current with evolving immigration laws, court procedures, and agency policies.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in immigration removal defense, immigration court appearances, and/or USCIS interview representation.
• Strong oral advocacy, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle appearances professionally and efficiently.
• Familiarity with EOIR procedures and immigration court practice preferred.

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to any bar.

Skills

• Strong oral advocacy and communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Meaningful, impactful legal work.