Immigration Attorney - EOIR

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Catered lunches

Complimentary parking

Paid time off

Job summary

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC seeks an EOIR Associate Attorney for their Chicago office. This position offers a supportive work environment with no prior experience required and comprehensive training provided. Responsibilities include representing clients in immigration proceedings, preparing applications, and managing a paralegal team. The firm values inclusivity and offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), and various perks like catered lunches and paid time off.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; comprehensive training provided.
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with fellow associates.
• Record of moving legal cases forward.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court.
• Prepare defensive immigration applications and review USCIS filings.
• Manage a team of paralegals to meet customer service expectations.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage a caseload

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 EOIR Associate 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 Chicago Area.

Responsibilities

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court, USCIS, and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Prepare defensive immigration applications, including I-589, 42A, 42B, I-485, SIJS, and PD requests.
• Review immigration applications and USCIS filings, such as I-130, I-601A, and U-Visa.
• Meet with clients to determine strategy and provide analysis.
• Manage a team of paralegals to meet customer service expectations.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; comprehensive training provided.
• A team player who is 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 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!

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes 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.