Immigration Law Clerk

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

9 company holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement savings plan with a 3%公司匹配

Free parking

Onsite gym and cafeteria

Professional development and training

Job summary

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. in downtown Columbus, Ohio, seeks a motivated Law Clerk to support our immigration practice.

You will conduct legal research, draft memoranda, assist with petitions, and help prepare client documents under experienced attorneys' guidance. Ideal candidates have a JD or LLM, have taken the bar and are awaiting results or admitted, and demonstrate strong writing, research, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or Master of Laws from an accredited law school.
• Bar examination taken and awaiting results or admission to practice law.
• Strong research, writing, analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Organized, accurate, and detail-oriented.
• Clear and professional communication with clients and colleagues.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable using Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Interest in developing knowledge and career in immigration law.
• Experience or interest in immigration law preferred but not required.
• Fluency in a language other than English will receive additional consideration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research involving immigration statutes, regulations, case law, and administrative guidance.
• Draft legal memoranda, motions, briefs, appeals, client correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist attorneys with preparing immigration petitions, applications, and supporting documentation.
• Review case facts, records, and evidence to identify relevant legal issues.
• Organize and maintain complete and accurate case files, evidence, and legal documentation.
• Attend client meetings, interviews, hearings, and other proceedings as appropriate.
• Monitor case deadlines, filing requirements, appointments, and case progress.
• Assist attorneys with court preparation, administrative hearings, and case strategy.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and documents as directed by an attorney.
• Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and other Firm associates to keep cases organized and moving forward.
• Protect confidential client information and maintain professional and ethical standards.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LL.M

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

At The Nemecek Firm, we believe every person deserves skilled legal representation and to be treated with dignity throughout the immigration process.

We help individuals, families, and businesses throughout the United States and abroad navigate complex immigration matters. Our work includes removal defense, asylum, family immigration, employment immigration, naturalization, and corporate immigration compliance.

We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Law Clerk to support our immigration practice. The ideal candidate has completed law school, has taken the bar examination, and is awaiting results or admission. This position provides hands on legal experience, mentorship from experienced immigration attorneys, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful client matters.

Following successful completion of the bar examination and admission to practice law, the Law Clerk may be considered for an Associate Attorney position based on performance, qualifications, and the Firm’s needs.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Conduct legal research involving immigration statutes, regulations, case law, and administrative guidance.
• Draft legal memoranda, motions, briefs, appeals, client correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist attorneys with preparing immigration petitions, applications, and supporting documentation.
• Review case facts, records, and evidence to identify relevant legal issues.
• Organize and maintain complete and accurate case files, evidence, and legal documentation.
• Attend client meetings, interviews, hearings, and other proceedings as appropriate.
• Monitor case deadlines, filing requirements, appointments, and case progress.
• Assist attorneys with court preparation, administrative hearings, and case strategy.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and documents as directed by an attorney.
• Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and other Firm associates to keep cases organized and moving forward.
• Protect confidential client information and maintain professional and ethical standards.

WHAT WILL SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• You hold a Juris Doctor or Master of Laws degree from an accredited law school.
• You have taken the bar examination and are awaiting results or admission to practice law.
• You have strong legal research, writing, analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• You can manage multiple assignments, competing priorities, and strict deadlines.
• You are organized, accurate, and attentive to detail.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with clients, attorneys, and other Firm associates.
• You exercise sound judgment and recognize when consultation or escalation is appropriate.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable using legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• You are interested in developing your knowledge and building a career in immigration law.

Experience or a demonstrated interest in immigration law is preferred but not required.

Candidates who are fluent in a language other than English will receive additional consideration, although foreign language fluency is not required.

WE STILL WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

If you meet the education requirement but do not meet every preferred qualification listed above, we still encourage you to apply. Relevant experience can come from different practice areas, clinics, internships, coursework, and other professional settings. We consider the full range of skills and perspectives each candidate could bring to our Firm and clients.

COMPENSATION

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000

Starting pay will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, language proficiency, legal knowledge, and other job related qualifications.

LOCATION

This is an in person position based in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Scheduling will be determined based on the needs of the Firm and the candidate’s availability.

TOTAL REWARDS

• Paid time off
• 9 company holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement savings plan with a 3% company match
• Free parking
• Onsite gym and cafeteria
• Professional development and training opportunities

WORKING AT THE NEMECEK FIRM

Our clients trust us with legal matters that can shape their safety, families, careers, and futures. You will join a team that values clear communication, careful work, accountability, collaboration, and thoughtful service to every client.

USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HIRING

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support parts of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, and identifying information that may require additional review or verification. These tools support our hiring team but do not replace human judgment. All final hiring decisions are made by people. If you would like more information about how we process your information, please contact us.