Remote Immigration Attorney (PR) at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

, Puerto Rico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Immigration Law, Removal Proceedings, Case Management, Legal Analysis, Client Interaction, Legal Brief Writing, Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian Petitions, EOIR, USCIS Applications, Bilingual English/Spanish, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Law Practice

Description

At The United Firm, we're passionate about protecting our clients’ rights, and it shows in our results. We have a history of success built on lasting relationships that produce results with outstanding value for our clients. We're looking for an admitted attorney within Puerto Rico, for an extremely promising Associate Remote Immigration Attorney position a premier law firm with a lot of room for growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm. As The Associate Attorney, you will report to the Managing Immigration Attorney, you will also manage your caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Immigration Team of Attorneys and legal assistants. Responsibilities Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals Manage workload of cases Visit and conduct an intake with detained individuals at centers. Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions Review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments Present to and work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and determine necessary strategy Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits Prepare and submitting legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases Qualifications At least 3-5 years of Immigration Law Experience A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber Record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications Experience with Case Management Software is preferred Here at The United Firm, we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package. Some perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more! Come be a part of our growing firm and its opportunities for career development. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals with a focus on excellence in the legal industry. The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Responsibilities

The attorney will manage a caseload of immigration cases, representing detained and non-detained individuals in removal proceedings and before the Board of Immigration Appeals. Responsibilities include preparing diverse immigration applications, conducting client intakes, and developing legal strategies for USCIS testimony.