Immigration Attorney - EOIR

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Catered lunches

401k plan

Paid parking

Paid time off

Job summary

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C., located in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking an Immigration Attorney for an exciting EOIR position. This role offers the opportunity to protect clients' rights through effective legal representation and manage a diverse caseload. The firm values teamwork and personal growth, providing substantial resources to its attorneys.

The ideal candidate should have 1-5 years of experience in immigration law, preferably bilingual (English/Spanish), and possess strong interpersonal skills. Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan, are provided.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of Immigration Law Experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions and USCIS applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage workload of cases and represent clients in immigration court.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.
• Conduct intake with detained individuals at centers.

Skills

Immigration Law Experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Interpersonal Skills

Case Management Software

Job description

Immigration Attorney – EOIR

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 in an extremely promising immigration attorney – EOIR position within a premier law firm with a lot of room for growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated EOIR Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm. As the EOIR 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 in 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 submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Qualifications

• 1-5 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

Benefits

We offer benefits (medical, dental and vision insurance), catered lunches, an excellent compensation package, 401k plan, paid parking, paid time off, and more!

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're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.