Description:

Join Our Growing Immigration Law Firm – Hiring an Associate Immigration Attorney!

Location: Louisville, KY (On-Site)
Reports to: Senior Associate Attorney and CEO
Supervises: Paralegal and Legal Assistant
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm
Job Type: Full-time

Are you a passionate and driven IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY looking for a dynamic and rewarding opportunity?

Do you want to be part of a rapidly growing law firm that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals and families navigating the immigration system? If so, we want to hear from you!

At Sapon Immigration, we believe in providing exceptional legal services with a personal touch. Our mission is to help clients achieve their dreams and create growth and a brighter future through expert legal counsel and advocacy. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a mid-level Associate Immigration Attorney to join our team and make an immediate impact.

What we offer:

Collaborative Work Environment: Work alongside experienced attorneys and legal professionals in a supportive, team-driven setting.
Professional Growth: Take on challenging, high-impact cases and grow your expertise in immigration law with continuous learning opportunities.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
Work-Life Balance: We prioritize a balanced lifestyle with flex days and generous PTO.
Diverse Clientele: Gain invaluable experience in a broad range of immigration matters, including family-based petitions, waivers, humanitarian relief, and naturalization.
Positive, Inclusive Culture: Join a firm that values diversity, fosters respect, and celebrates the contributions of each team member.

What You'll Be Doing:
Manage a diverse caseload of family-based immigration matters, including:

Adjustment of Status (AOS)
I-130 Petitions
Waivers (I-601, I-601A)
U Visas
SIJS (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status)
DS-260 Consular Processing
Naturalization (N-400)
Affirmative Asylum
VAWA
I-129F finance visa
Represent clients in USCIS interviews and immigration court proceedings.
Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and legal correspondence.
Maintain direct client communication and provide strategic legal counsel.
Supervise and mentor a paralegal and/or legal assistant.
Collaborate with leadership to improve internal systems and automate workflows.
Utilize Docketwise and Monday.com for case and task management.
Strong organizational skills, implementing workflow, and process improvement.
Utilize approved AI tools for preparing the case packet.

What We're Looking For:

Experience: 3–5 years of experience in family-based immigration law.
Education: J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar license in any U.S. state.
Skills: Strong research, case strategy, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Experience with USCIS forms and petitions is essential.
Tech-Savvy: Experience with Docketwise and Monday.com is a plus. Willingness to contribute to process improvement and automation is expected.
Leadership: Ability to supervise support staff and work independently while collaborating with the legal team and CEO.
Client-Focused: A genuine commitment to immigration law and a desire to help clients overcome complex legal challenges.
Language: Spanish fluency is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

$80,000.00 annual salary
Salary and bonus review after 6 months
Yearly bonus (firm performance-based)
Comprehensive benefits package (health insurance allowance, malpractice insurance, 401(k))
Paid time off and holiday leave
Flex days
Birthday leave
AILA membership dues
Continuing legal education (CLE) allowance.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact, apply today to join our growing team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have practicing immigration law?
What family-based case types have you handled independently? List all you have.
Are you comfortable with direct client communication and representation at USCIS interviews and immigration court? Yes or No.
Have you supervised a paralegal or legal assistant before? And how long?
Are you familiar with any of the following tools?

Docketwise
Monday.com
Microsoft 365

Are you currently located in or willing to relocate to Louisville, KY or nearby areas for an on-site role? Yes or No.
Are you currently licensed to practice law in any U.S. state? Yes or No.