Sr. Associate Attorney

Etechhi; Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An Atlanta-based law firm is seeking a Bilingual Sr. Associate Attorney dedicated to defending non-U.S. citizens. This role requires a Juris Doctorate and admission to the Georgia Bar, along with 4-9 years of experience in criminal defense or immigration law. Candidates must be fluent in Spanish and proficient with various software tools. The firm offers a generous salary, bonuses, and an excellent benefits package, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about legal advocacy in a supportive environment. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to make a difference, this position could be the right fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctorate Degree and be admitted to the Georgia Bar.
• 4-9 years of experience in criminal defense or immigration law.

Responsibilities

• Defend non-U.S. citizens in criminal and immigration matters.
• Manage case files and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Criminal defense experience

Immigration law experience

CrImmigration litigation experience

Law firm operational management

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Tools

Mac computer

Word

Excel

Outlook mail

Case management software

Job description

An Atlanta-based CrImmigration (immigration + criminal defense) law firm has an immediate opening for a Bilingual Sr. Associate Attorney 100% committed to the defense of non-U.S. citizens. This position is located near the Garden Hills area in GA. This position includes a generous base salary PLUS bonuses, and a stellar benefits package.

All candidatesMUSThave the following experiences to qualify for consideration

• Please DO NOT APPLY UNLESS you have a Juris Doctorate Degree & Admitted to the Georgia Bar
• 4-9 years of experience in a criminal defense and/or immigration (removal defense/family-based) law firm.
• Bilingual in Spanish with written and oral fluency is a MUST.
• Mac computer, an online calendar, Word, or Excel, or Outlook mail, and case management software is a MUST
• CrImmigration litigation experience a HUGE PLUS
• Law firm operational or management experience a HUGE PLUS

If interested and QUALIFIED, please send resume in Microsoft Word format to: [e-mail]

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