Mandamus Immigration Attorney

The role

The Associate Attorney will represent clients whose immigration applications or petitions have been unreasonably delayed by USCIS or other government agencies. You will handle federal court litigation, manage a high-volume caseload, and conduct intakes with detained individuals.

What you will do

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions
• Handle federal court litigation, with a primary focus on Writs of Mandamus and Administrative Procedure Act (APA) lawsuits
• 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

Required 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
• 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

Nice to have

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• 2+ years of experience in immigration law, with at least 1 year handling Mandamus and APA litigation
• Experience with Case Management Software

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• catered lunches
• complimentary parking
• paid time off

About the company

The United Firm is passionate about protecting clients' rights and has a history of success built on lasting relationships. The firm provides an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.