Description:
Established Seattle immigration law firm seeks associate attorney.Duties:
Represent clients in the detained and non-detained immigration courts and on appeal before the Board of Immigration Appeals and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Represent clients before USCIS in a wide variety applications including asylum, adjustment of status, naturalization, U visas, T visas, VAWA petitions, among others
Represent clients determined to be judicially incompetent and assigned to our office for legal counsel
Manage a large caseload, sometimes under tight deadlines
Requirements: Fluency in English and Spanish
Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Technical fluency in Microsoft Office 365, G Suite
- Experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Ability to multi task and work independently
- Excellent organizational and time management skills in order to meet deadlines
- Prefer prior immigration law firm experience but will consider candidates with experience in/demonstrated interest in immigration
- Must have ability to travel to detention center in Tacoma (mileage reimbursed by office)
Competitive compensation based on experience and comprehensive benefits package available including medical benefits, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company matching, and ORCA transit card.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter explaining their interest in the position.
