Associate Attorney (Immigration)

Job description

**Job Title:** Immigration Attorney **Location: Los Angeles** **Type:** Full-time At The United Firm, we're passionate about protecting our clients’ rights, and it shows in our results. We have a history of success built on lasting relationships that produce results with outstanding value for our clients. We're looking for an extremely promising EOIR Associate Attorney within a premier law firm with a lot of room for growth. We are building a network of qualified contract attorneys who can appear at immigration court or USCIS interviews on behalf of our clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Dallas Area. As the EOIR Attorney, you will report to the Managing Attorney, you will also manage your caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Immigration team of attorneys and legal assistants. **This is a Hybrid position requiring in-person court appearances** **Responsibilities:** - Appear in immigration courts (e.g., master calendar hearings, bond hearings, removal/EOIR proceedings) or accompany clients to USCIS interviews. - Represent clients in non-detention or detained matters (as needed) and/or participate in immigration-related hearings. - Maintain full control of your schedule: you pick your appearances, when and where (within the city/region). - Prepare and review case documents, coordinate with the central team, update status post-appearance. - Ensure timely reporting of hearing outcomes back to the central team. **Qualifications:** - Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active bar license in the State (e.g., California, Texas). - Experience with immigration court proceedings or USCIS interviews. - Able to manage your own schedule and communicate effectively with remote team/staff. - Reliable travel within the metro area/courthouse visits. - Excellent writing and advocacy skills. - Preferred: 1+ year of immigration-law experience (court/agency). - Bilingual skills (Spanish a plus). - Familiarity with EOIR proceedings, USCIS interviews and immigration law updates. **Pay Range:$80k-120k USD DOE** Here at The United Firm, we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package including a 401(k) plan. Some perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more! Come be a part of our growing firm and its opportunities for career development. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals with a focus on excellence in the legal industry. The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.