Overview
A well-established and growing general practice law firm in Northwest Arkansas is seeking an Immigration Attorney to join the team full-time. The successful candidate will have experience in immigration law and a commitment to providing exceptional legal services to clients of diverse backgrounds.
The Immigration Attorney will assist immigrants with a wide range of laws and procedures, including asylum representations, responding to potential ICE raids and arrests, assisting clients in transitioning from TPS (Temporary Protected Status), Humanitarian Parole, submitting Withdrawal of Removal and CAT (Convention Against Torture) applications, submitting DACA renewals, and handling removal proceedings.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in immigration court and before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and in deportation proceedings
- Prepare and file legal documents, such as applications, petitions, appeals, and waivers
- Draft correspondence and memos
- Conduct legal research and prepare complex legal briefs
- Provide legal advice and counsel on all aspects of immigration law
- Communicate regularly with clients, and update clients on case status
- Monitor changes in immigration law, regulations and trends, and advise clients accordingly
- Supervise and collaborate with staff DOJ Accredited Representative to develop legal strategies and approaches for complex cases
- Review and sign documents prepared by DOJ Partially Accredited Representatives for defensive asylum cases
- Maintain detailed case files and documentation to ensure compliance with legal requirements and deadlines
Qualifications
Strong interpersonal skillsExcellent written and oral communicationAbility to manage multiple matters and tasks simultaneouslyCapacity to complete tasks in an efficient and effective mannerAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesAbility to handle high caseloadStrong organizational and matter managementAbility to work professionally with clients, peers, and co-workersWillingness to work as part of a team, as well as independentlyDesire and skills to maintain and develop long-term client relationshipsWillingness to participate in firm, community, and charitable eventsWillingness and desire to grow individual and firm clientele and businessProficiency in court and legal research tools and softwareProficiency with Google and Microsoft softwareRequirements
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law schoolActive attorney license and in good standing in the state of ArkansasMinimum of 2 (two) years practicing immigration law at a private law firmDirect experience representing clients in immigration courtBi-lingual language skills with fluency in English and SpanishPosition Details
The position of Immigration Attorney is a full-time salaried position. Compensation is dependent upon experience. The position is annual bonus eligible.Office hours are Monday through Friday 8 : 30 AM to 5 : 30 PM with flexibility and "work from home" eligibility.Health Insurance (medical, vision, dental) with Firm ContributionShort and Long-Term Disability – Firm PaidLife and AD&D Insurance – Firm Paid401(K) with Firm Matching after 1 Year of Service15 Days Paid Vacation Annually5 Days Paid Sick Time Annually8 Days Paid Holidays AnnuallyHybrid Remote / Work from Home FlexibilityContinuing EducationMalpractice Insurance – Firm PaidEmployment details
Seniority level : AssociateEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : LegalIndustries : Legal ServicesWe're not sharing the identity of the employer here, but the description indicates it is a confidential listing.
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