Immigration Attorney

Oakland, CA. Posted 8 months ago

The role

This attorney will appear in immigration courts or accompany clients to USCIS interviews. You will manage your own caseload and client interactions while reporting to the Managing Attorney.

What you will do

Appear in immigration courts or accompany clients to USCIS interviews
Represent clients in non-detention or detained matters
Participate in immigration-related hearings
Maintain full control of your schedule
Prepare and review case documents
Coordinate with the central team
Update status post-appearance
Ensure timely reporting of hearing outcomes back to the central team

Required qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Active bar license in the State (e.g., California, Texas)
Experience with immigration court proceedings or USCIS interviews
Able to manage your own schedule and communicate effectively with remote team/staff
Reliable travel within the metro area/courthouse visits
Excellent writing and advocacy skills

Nice to have

1+ year of immigration-law experience (court/agency)
Bilingual skills (Spanish a plus)
Familiarity with EOIR proceedings, USCIS interviews and immigration law updates

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Catered lunches
Complimentary parking
Paid time off

About the company

The United Firm is a law firm that protects clients' rights and builds lasting relationships. They are an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to an inclusive and diverse work environment.