Immigration Attorney

The United Firm; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Catered lunches

Complimentary parking

Paid time off

Job summary

The United Firm in Las Vegas is seeking an admitted attorney for an Associate Immigration Attorney role with strong growth opportunities in a premier firm. The successful candidate will report to the Sr.

Associate Attorney, manage a full caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with the Immigration Team of Attorneys and legal assistants. Responsibilities include explaining immigration concepts, handling removal proceedings, preparing diverse immigration applications, and coordinating

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of Immigration Law experience.
• Preferably bilingual English/Spanish.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage a growing caseload.

Responsibilities

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings.
• Manage workload of cases.
• Visit and conduct intake with detained individuals.
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review immigration applications/packets and make adjustments.
• Present to law enforcement, prosecutors, and community organizations on changes in immigration law.
• Meet with potential clients for strategic consultations and determine strategy.
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to determine case benefits.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Skills

Team player

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Caseload 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, for 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 Greater Las Vegas Area. As The Associate Attorney, you will report to the Sr. Associate Attorney, you will also manage your caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Immigration Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage 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/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
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
• Prepare and submitting legal briefs for a variety of immigration case

Qualifications

• At least 1 to 4 years of Immigration Law Experience
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates
• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish)
• 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 is preferred

Here at the United Firm, we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package including a 401(k) plan. Some perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more. Come be apart of our growing firm and its opportunities for your career development. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals who aim to excel 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, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.