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Baltimore, MD, United States

Immigration Attorney

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a skilled Immigration Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will excel as a communicator, team member, manager, and self-starter with strong business acumen. They must thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and manage a large team of paralegals. The role involves handling a high caseload, managing client interactions, and overseeing case and legal strategy. Organizational skills and project management are crucial for success.

Duties

• Meet with potential new clients to assess their legal needs and provide consultations.
• Coordinate case and legal strategies to ensure efficient case handling.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously, including overseeing paralegals, projects, and deadlines.
• Train, supervise, and mentor staff to enhance team performance and efficiency.
• Prepare, revise, and file court documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Stay updated on legislative changes, judicial case law, and immigration policies.
• Market the law firm’s services and actively seek new business opportunities.
• Work one Saturday a month with potential bonuses for new clients signed during those days.
• Cross-sell the firm’s other practices to clients as applicable.
• Represent clients in court hearings and trials.
• Develop expertise in Family Petitions, Asylum, Individual Hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U-Visas, Waivers, and other immigration matters.

Requirements

• . from an ABA Accredited Law School (required).
• Active Bar License in Good Standing from any US State or Puerto Rico (required).
• Fluent in Spanish (required).
• Minimum of 1+ years of immigration law experience.

Education

• Juris Doctor (.) from an ABA Accredited Law School.

Certifications

• Active Bar License in Good Standing from any US State or Puerto Rico.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to handle a high caseload and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficiency in legal research, writing, and case preparation.
• Business development skills to market and cross-sell the firm’s services.
• Expertise in various immigration matters, including Family Petitions, Asylum, and U-Visas.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Relocation reimbursement up to $10,000 (forgiven after 6 months)
• Vacation time
• Sick Time Off
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off
• 401K Plan
• Paid Parking
• Life Insurance

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