Immigration Attorney

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Catered lunches

Complimentary parking

Paid time off

Job summary

A premier law firm is looking for an experienced Associate Immigration Attorney in California. This role involves developing legal strategies, representing clients in immigration proceedings, and managing a personalized caseload. Candidates must have a strong background in immigration law with at least 3-5 years of experience. The company offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $115,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of immigration law experience is required.
• Should have a record of moving legal cases forward.
• Experience with family-based petitions and other USCIS applications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy and prepare clients for court.
• Represent individuals in removal proceedings.
• Manage a caseload and conduct client intakes.

Skills

Immigration law experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Tools

Case-management software

Job description

At The United Firm, we’re passionate about protecting our clients’ rights, and it shows in our results. We have a history of success built on lasting relationships that produce results with outstanding value for our clients. We’re looking for an admitted attorney to fill an extremely promising Associate Immigration Attorney position within a premier law firm with a lot of room for growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Orange County Area. As the Immigration Attorney, you will report to the Managing Immigration Attorney, manage your caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with our wonderful Immigration Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy and prepare clients or witnesses for court or USCIS testimony
• Represent non‑detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage the workload of cases
• Visit and conduct an intake with detained individuals at centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family‑based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications and packets, and make any necessary adjustments
• Present to and work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community‑based organizations on changes in immigration law
• Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and determine necessary strategy
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Qualifications

• At least 3‑5 years of immigration law experience
• A team player open to helping, strategizing, and working with fellow associates
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
• Record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
• Experience with family‑based petitions, humanitarian, EOIR, detained, citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with case‑management software preferred

Pay Range: $75,000 to $115,000 annual salary

Here at The United Firm, we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive compensation package including a 401(k) plan, catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals with a focus on excellence in the legal industry.

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.