Immigration Operations Lead Attorney

Lisinski Law Firm; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Lisinski Law Firm is seeking a Managing Operations Associate Attorney in Charlotte, NC to lead legal and operational initiatives within a high-volume immigration practice. The role involves guiding Staff Attorneys, ensuring accurate legal guidance, and driving efficiency across departments.

You will partner with Legal Leadership and the Office of General Counsel to address complex immigration issues, maintain compliance, and support a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and active bar in good standing.
• Minimum 3–5 years of immigration and/or humanitarian law experience.
• Ability to supervise attorneys and staff and oversee day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance to Staff Attorneys on day-to-day case reviews and client consultations.
• Ensure up-to-date guidance reflects changes in USCIS policies and immigration law.
• Oversee office operations, training, and policy adherence across the Legal Operations Department.
• Escalate risk, compliance, and professional responsibility concerns to Legal Leadership and OGC as needed.
• Collaborate with Regional Manager to supervise Intake Manager and optimize workflows.
• Lead cross-functional coordination with Business Development and support client communications.

Skills

Legal leadership

Immigration law

Team supervision

Client advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active NC State Bar membership

Immigration law experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Dropbox

Case management software

Job description

Lisinski Law Firm is seeking a Managing Operations Associate Attorney in Charlotte, NC to lead legal and operational initiatives within a high-volume immigration practice. The role involves guiding Staff Attorneys, ensuring accurate legal guidance, and driving efficiency across departments.

You will partner with Legal Leadership and the Office of General Counsel to address complex immigration issues, maintain compliance, and support a culture of continuous improvement.