Immigration Attorney - Bilingual

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cairnn Immigration Law Associates invites an Associate Attorney to join our Gainesville, GA office and handle an immigration caseload from start to finish. The successful candidate will work with paralegals and legal assistants to develop case strategies and guide clients through hearings before Immigration Court and USCIS.

Required JD plus Georgia Bar license or reciprocity eligibility; strong research/writing, and excellent client communication are essential.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Georgia Bar license or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume immigration caseload.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of immigration matters from intake through resolution.
• Develop legal strategies and individualized case plans based on client circumstances.
• Represent clients in Immigration Court hearings and USCIS interviews.
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant immigration laws and regulations.
• Draft motions, briefs, petitions, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with legal assistants and paralegals to keep cases progressing.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding status, strategy, and next steps.
• Provide clear legal guidance throughout the immigration process.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Courtroom advocacy

Caseload management

Attention to detail

Client communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Attorney – Immigration Law

Location: Gainesville, GA – Full-Time, Onsite

Base Salary: $80,000–$100,000+, based on experience

Required: Juris Doctor (JD) + Active Georgia Bar License or Eligibility for Reciprocity

Practice Area: Immigration & Nationality Law

Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred

About The Opportunity

Our client is a well-established, locally owned law firm focused on Immigration and Nationality Law, Criminal Defense, and Family Law.

The firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Gainesville, Georgia office and manage an immigration law caseload from start to finish.

This role is ideal for an attorney who is compassionate, detail-oriented, and passionate about advocating for immigrant communities. You'll work closely with legal assistants and paralegals to develop case strategies, guide clients through the legal process, and represent them before Immigration Courts and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

What You'll Do

• Manage a caseload of immigration matters from initial intake through resolution
• Develop legal strategies and individualized case plans based on each client's circumstances
• Represent clients in Immigration Court hearings and USCIS interviews
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant immigration laws and regulations
• Draft motions, briefs, petitions, and other legal documents
• Collaborate with legal assistants and paralegals to keep cases progressing efficiently
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case status, strategy, and next steps
• Provide clear legal guidance throughout the immigration process
• Maintain accurate case files, documentation, and deadlines
• Deliver professional, compassionate, and culturally sensitive representation

What You'll Bring

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active Georgia Bar license in good standing or eligibility for reciprocity
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Effective courtroom advocacy and oral communication skills
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and professional legal representation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous immigration law experience
• Experience representing clients before Immigration Courts or USCIS
• Experience drafting immigration motions, briefs, and petitions
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $80,000–$100,000+, based on experience
• Health Insurance: Fully paid health insurance
• 401(k): Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off: PTO provided

Why Join?

• Established Practice: Join a locally owned firm with experience across immigration, criminal defense, and family law
• Meaningful Advocacy: Help individuals and families navigate complex immigration matters
• Case Ownership: Manage matters from initial strategy through resolution
• Courtroom Experience: Represent clients in Immigration Court hearings and USCIS proceedings
• Collaborative Support: Work closely with legal assistants and paralegals throughout the case lifecycle
• Competitive Benefits: Receive fully paid health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off

If you're an attorney passionate about immigration law and providing high-quality representation to individuals and families, we'd like to hear from you.