Immigration Attorney - Family-Based Relief Expert

Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO incl. birthday

9 paid holidays + year-end break

Health/dental/vision insurance

403b with 5% automatic contribution

Paid FMLA

Wellness program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) in Nebraska seeks an Attorney to join the Legal Department in Omaha or Lincoln. The position emphasizes direct representation, client communication, and education/advocacy on family-based immigration matters.

You will represent clients before Nebraska courts, USCIS, and immigration authorities, coordinate case documentation, and maintain complete client records. Nebraska JD and licensure required; Spanish language is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Nebraska or able to obtain a Nebraska license.
• 3–5 years immigration law experience preferred.
• Spanish language skills strongly preferred but not required.
• Exceptional legal research and writing ability; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct representation of clients in family-based immigration matters.
• Maintain regular client communication and document all interactions.
• Represent clients before Nebraska courts, USCIS, and other immigration authorities.
• Coordinate documentation for consular processing and case completion.
• Maintain complete client records in the case management system.
• Engage in outreach and advocacy related to immigration benefits.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Legal research and writing

Confidential document handling

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Juris Doctor (US)

Nebraska licensure eligible

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) in Nebraska seeks an Attorney to join the Legal Department in Omaha or Lincoln. The position emphasizes direct representation, client communication, and education/advocacy on family-based immigration matters.

You will represent clients before Nebraska courts, USCIS, and immigration authorities, coordinate case documentation, and maintain complete client records. Nebraska JD and licensure required; Spanish language is strongly preferred.