Description:
Key Responsibilities:Research, Writing & Case Strategy (Primary – 90%)
- Draft high-level briefs, motions, and memoranda for a wide range of immigration matters, including:
- Motions to Reopen/Reconsider
- Appeals to the BIA
- Removal defense briefs
- USCIS RFEs, NOIDs, and waivers
- Complex legal opinions and strategy reports
- Conduct comprehensive legal research on immigration statutes, regulations, case law, and policy changes.
- Develop case strategies and collaborate with the CEO and legal team to strengthen filings and improve case outcomes.
- Review and enhance filings prepared by paralegals to ensure quality, accuracy, and legal strength.
- Participate occasionally in new client consultations to assist with eligibility analyses and legal strategy.
- Provide limited support in select hearings or USCIS interviews when necessary.
- Offer guidance and mentorship to team members on legal arguments and complex issues.
- Monitor circuit court trends and emerging case law relevant to the firm's litigation and removal caseload.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar license in any U.S. state (Georgia preferred but not required).
- 3–7+ years of immigration law experience, with extensive research and writing responsibilities.
- Proven ability to draft persuasive motions, briefs, and legal arguments.
- Strong background in removal defense, family-based immigration, and humanitarian forms of relief.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with BIA briefs, motions to reopen, waivers, and appellate-style writing.
- Highly analytical thinker with the ability to simplify complex legal issues.
- Excellent time management and ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
- Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
- Supportive, values-driven team culture.
