Job Description

Contract Attorney Immigration Law — State Bar required, Spanish preferred but not required Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base on a contract basis. Responsibilities:

• Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
• Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients’ needs after analysis
• Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff
• Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
• Provide representation for clients in court in legal cases pertaining to Immigration Law
• Representation at Master Calendar and Individual Hearings
• Representation at USCIS interviews
• Organize and record all official documents required to file cases

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is needed
• Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience in representing clients for at least 2 years
• Prior experience working in a law firm for a minimum of 1-2 years required
• Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred Association
• Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must
• Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Fastcase, Westlaw, and Lexis products is required
• Efficient time management
• Critical thinking
• Multitasking abilities
• Skilled in negotiation, debate, and persuasion techniques

About Company: We want to be known for helping clients emerge from an extremely emotional process feeling as though they are a better person, in a better position, and that they have a team behind them that really cares and fights for them.

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