Immigration Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Oak Park, IL seeks a driven Associate Immigration Attorney to expand its immigration practice. The role involves direct client engagement, managing a diverse caseload, and contributing to immigrant advocacy initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Complimentary parking

Catered office lunches

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of experience practicing immigration law.
• Licensed in good standing with a state bar in the U.S.
• Experience in removal defense and humanitarian relief.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultations to clients on immigration strategy.
• Prepare immigration filings and litigation documentation.
• Represent clients before the Immigration Court.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong legal research and writing abilities

Commitment to social justice and immigrant rights

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Job Overview:
A law firm based in Oak Park, IL, is currently seeking a driven and resourceful Associate Immigration Attorney to join its expanding immigration legal practice. The role offers the opportunity to work directly with clients, collaborate with experienced legal professionals, and handle a diverse caseload, including removal defense and family-based petitions. This position is ideal for a candidate seeking long-term growth within a mission-driven firm committed to immigrant advocacy.

Duties:

Provide consultations to clients on immigration strategy and legal pathways

Represent detained and non-detained clients before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals

Conduct intakes and legal assessments with individuals held in detention centers

Prepare and submit a wide range of immigration filings, including family-based petitions and applications for humanitarian relief

Review case files and applications to ensure accuracy and completeness

Draft legal briefs and supporting documentation for litigation and administrative proceedings

Develop litigation strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court testimony or USCIS interviews

Coordinate with government agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders on immigration law updates

Maintain and manage a dynamic caseload with strong attention to deadlines and case progression

Requirements:

Minimum of 1 to 4 years of experience practicing immigration law

Licensed and in good standing with a state bar in the U.S.

Demonstrated interest and experience in removal defense, family-based immigration, and humanitarian forms of relief

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently

Ability to collaborate effectively within a legal team

Comfortable engaging with diverse client populations, including vulnerable communities

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Active law license in any U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

Fluency in Spanish preferred, but not required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong legal research and writing abilities

Proficiency with legal case management systems preferred

Commitment to social justice and immigrant rights

Job Location:

Oak Park, IL

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Complimentary parking

Catered office lunches

Career growth opportunities within a supportive work environment

Inclusion in a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in immigration advocacy

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
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