Immigration Attorney- Humanitarian

BCG Attorney Search; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected immigration law firm is seeking a dedicated Immigration Attorney in San Juan, PR, focusing on humanitarian applications like U-Visas. This role offers a chance to engage with a diverse client base in a high-impact practice, providing meaningful client interaction and professional growth. You will represent clients in critical immigration proceedings, manage a focused caseload, and collaborate with a skilled legal team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals seeking humanitarian relief, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience in immigration law, focusing on humanitarian applications.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in humanitarian and removal defense cases.
• Prepare and review immigration applications and documentation.
• Collaborate with law enforcement on humanitarian case coordination.

Skills

Legal Writing

Oral Advocacy

Client Communication

Case Assessment

Attention to Detail

Immigration Case Management Software

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Immigration Case Management Software

Job description

A respected immigration law firm in San Juan, PR is seeking an Immigration Attorney with a focus on humanitarian applications, particularly U-Visas. This role provides the opportunity to work with a diverse client base in a high-impact practice area, representing both detained and non-detained individuals in removal and humanitarian relief proceedings. The position offers meaningful client interaction, professional growth, and collaboration with a skilled legal team.

Location

San Juan, PR

Duties

1. Represent clients in humanitarian and removal defense cases, including proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals
2. Manage a caseload primarily focused on U-Visa and related humanitarian applications
3. Conduct legal intakes with detained and non-detained individuals
4. Prepare and review immigration applications and supporting documentation
5. Meet with clients to provide strategic consultations and develop personalized case strategies
6. Collaborate with law enforcement and community-based organizations on humanitarian case coordination
7. Draft legal briefs, motions, and related filings for USCIS and EOIR
8. Prepare clients and witnesses for USCIS interviews and immigration court testimony
9. Maintain detailed and accurate case documentation and timelines
10. Stay informed about updates in immigration law relevant to humanitarian relief

Requirements

• 1–4 years of experience in immigration law, with a focus on humanitarian applications such as U-Visas
• Proven ability to manage and move cases forward efficiently
• Experience handling detained and non-detained immigration matters
• Willingness to collaborate closely with legal team members and support staff
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred but not required)

Education

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

Certifications

Active bar membership in any U.S. state or territory

Skills

• Strong legal writing, oral advocacy, and research skills
• Excellent client communication and case assessment abilities
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Experience using immigration case management software (preferred)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team