Description:
Who we are:Moaddel Law Firm APC is a leading Criminal Defense and Immigration firm based in Los Angeles. We are dedicated to delivering strategic, innovative, and accessible legal services. At Moaddel, the team is our strength as we operate with a collaborative, unified approach to achieve outstanding results. We serve a high volume of USCIS clients and rely on attorneys who are compassionate, structured, and ready to make a meaningful impact.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a USCIS Immigration Attorney (Junior Level) to join our USCIS team. This role is ideal for an attorney early in their immigration career (1–3 years) who thrives in a fast paced environment, wants to grow professionally, and is ready to collaborate closely with a support team while delivering high quality legal representation. You will manage a diverse USCIS caseload, conduct FOIA reviews, prepare clients for interviews, and ensure filings are accurate and timely.
Work Setup
- Remote
- Full time
- Collaboration with paralegals, legal assistants, senior attorneys, and support staff
What You'll Do:
- Assess relief eligibility and develop case strategies for USCIS matters
- Manage a caseload including family based petitions, U Visas, VAWA, TPS, N-400, I-90, and FOIA reviews
- Review and approve filings prior to submission
- Review 10–15 FOIAs weekly and prepare detailed assessments, including potential relief
- Review CAL DOJ and FBI FOIAs to determine the impact of criminal history on immigration relief
- Draft immigration declarations and supporting documents for motions to vacate
- Prepare clients for USCIS interviews
- Lead, guide, and mentor paralegals and legal assistants
- Ensure deadlines are met and cases move efficiently
- Collaborate with the team to maintain excellent case management and communication
Compensation, Benefits & Equal Employment Opportunity
The annual compensation range for this position is 85,000 to 100,000 USD, depending on experience and qualifications. This role includes a comprehensive benefits package such as health, dental, and vision insurance, uncapped paid time off, parental leave, and a Roth IRA. Moaddel Law Firm APC is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We consider all qualified applicants, including individuals with prior criminal histories, in accordance with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Requirements:
- Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state (California preferred)
- 1–3 years of immigration law experience
- FOIA review experience preferred
- Previous immigration experience as a legal assistant or paralegal strongly preferred
- Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
- Proficient with electronic case management systems
- Organized, detail oriented, proactive, and able to manage deadlines in a fast paced environment
- A dependable laptop or desktop (8GB RAM minimum, Core i5 or higher) paired with a stable 10 Mbps connection to ensure smooth performance
Salary Description
$85,000 to $100,000 USD yearly
