RFE Associate Attorney

Lisinski Law Firm; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Tampa is seeking an RFE Associate Attorney to prepare and oversee responses to immigration-related RFEs, NOIDs, and NOIRs. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor and at least three years of experience in family and humanitarian immigration law. This role involves advising clients, supporting non-attorney team members, and ensuring high-quality legal documentation.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with humanitarian and family-based immigration applications.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and respond to USCIS correspondence including RFEs, NOIDs, and NOIRs.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing training to RFE staff attorneys and team members.

Skills

Bilingual

Advocacy

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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Firm Mission Statement

Our mission is to change lives by offering immigration solutions, even in difficult cases. We aim to keep clients in the U.S. with their families, fighting for success to ensure dignity and peace of mind through legal documentation.

About The Lisinski Law Firm

Our mission is to change lives by offering immigration solutions, even in difficult cases. We aim to keep clients in the U.S. with their families, fighting for success to ensure dignity and peace of mind through legal documentation.

About The Role

The RFE Associate Attorney prepares and oversees responses to RFEs, NOIDs, and NOIRs related to family and humanitarian immigration applications. This role supports staff attorneys and non-attorney team members. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience in family and humanitarian immigration law and is passionate about helping undocumented immigrants legalize their status. The attorney will advise and represent clients regarding their legal rights in immigration matters.

What You'll Do

• Review, analyze, and respond to USCIS correspondence including RFEs, NOIDs, and NOIRs.
• Support non-attorney RFE team members with legal escalations and guidance.
• Identify legal trends and policy shifts to improve response quality.
• Review and edit RFE responses and perform other legal tasks to meet team goals.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing training to RFE staff attorneys and team members.
• Audit work products of team members.
• Communicate with clients to provide legal advice and handle escalations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of a state bar.
• At least 3 years of experience with humanitarian and family-based immigration applications (e.g., VAWA, T-Visa, U-Visa, Medical DA, I-130, Adjustment of Status).

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Experience with RFEs, NOIDs, and NOIRs is a plus.
• Advocacy-focused approach.
• Strong teamwork and support skills.
• Enthusiasm for growth and innovation.
• Leadership skills and a strong work ethic.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Legal Services