Remote Immigration Attorney (PR)
About the position 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 Requirements • 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-haves • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required • Experience with Case Management Software is preferred Benefits • medical, dental, and vision insurance • catered lunches • complimentary parking • paid time off Apply tot his job