Immigration Attorney - USCIS

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

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a skilled USCIS Immigration Associate Attorney to join its dynamic immigration practice in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This role is perfect for an attorney with 3-5 years of experience in immigration law, offering the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, develop courtroom skills, and collaborate with a dedicated team. The firm fosters a client-focused environment that promotes professional growth and excellence. If you are passionate about immigration law and eager to make a difference in clients' lives, this position is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Complimentary Parking

Catered Lunches

Annual Bonus Opportunities

Career Development and Training Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of immigration law experience required.
• Strong background in family-based petitions and humanitarian relief.

Responsibilities

• Develop legal strategies for USCIS interviews and Immigration Court testimony.
• Manage and oversee a diverse caseload of immigration matters.

Skills

Immigration Law

Legal Research

Client Communication

Advocacy Skills

Project Management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Case Management Software

Job description

A prominent law firm is seeking a USCIS Immigration Associate Attorney to join its growing immigration practice group in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with 3-5 years of immigration law experience to work closely with experienced attorneys and legal staff, manage a diverse caseload, and further develop courtroom and client advocacy skills. This role offers significant professional growth potential within a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Location

Duties

Develop legal strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for USCIS interviews and Immigration Court testimony

Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals

Manage and oversee a caseload of immigration matters independently

Conduct intakes and client visits at detention centers

Prepare and file a variety of immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions

Review immigration filings and application packets, making necessary revisions

Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and community-based organizations regarding immigration updates

Conduct strategic immigration consultations with prospective clients

Provide detailed legal analyses to determine case benefits and potential strategies

Prepare and submit legal briefs and supporting documents for various immigration matters

Requirements

3-5 years of experience practicing immigration law

Strong background handling family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, EOIR, detained cases, citizenship, and USCIS applications

Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently and effectively

Collaborative mindset and ability to work closely with other attorneys and legal staff

Exceptional interpersonal, client communication, and organizational skills

Experience using case management software preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred, but not required

Education

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

Certifications

Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills

Ability to develop strategic case plans and adapt to changing legal circumstances

High level of attention to detail and project management ability

Strong commitment to client service and professional excellence

Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Complimentary parking

Catered lunches

Annual bonus opportunities

Career development and training opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Company info

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