Senior Immigration & Family Law Attorney

Christian Career; Sandy (UT); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Cornerstone Legal Services (CLS) seeks an experienced attorney to provide direct, client-centered representation in immigration and family law. The role handles a varied annual caseload and includes mentoring fellow attorneys and supervising staff while upholding CLS’s ethical and mission standards.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years of relevant experience, active Utah Bar membership, and ability to mentor staff, collaborate with paralegals, and engage with the community.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Utah State Bar membership or eligibility for prompt admission; bar in any state acceptable for federal immigration work.
• Professional fluency in English; Spanish helpful.
• Experience in immigration and/or family law; nonprofit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a full caseload of immigration and family law matters from intake to resolution.
• Mentor staff attorneys and supervise junior staff; contribute to community education.
• Collaborate with paralegals and pro bono attorneys; build relationships with courts and partner organizations.

Skills

Client counseling

Oral advocacy

Time management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Cornerstone Legal Services (CLS) seeks an experienced attorney to provide direct, client-centered representation in immigration and family law. The role handles a varied annual caseload and includes mentoring fellow attorneys and supervising staff while upholding CLS’s ethical and mission standards.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years of relevant experience, active Utah Bar membership, and ability to mentor staff, collaborate with paralegals, and engage with the community.