Immigration Attorney

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Wilmington, NC

Immigration Attorney

Attorney

1-13 yrs required

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Job Overview:
A well-established immigration law practice is seeking a motivated Immigration Attorney to join its hybrid team based in Wilmington, NC. The firm focuses exclusively on federal immigration law, providing comprehensive legal support to clients across a variety of immigration matters. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, bilingual, and passionate about immigration law, with the ability to handle both in-office and remote responsibilities.

Location:

• Wilmington, North Carolina

Duties:

• Conduct legal research on federal immigration matters

• Prepare cases for hearings, including motions, legal briefs, and supporting documentation

• Review and draft immigration applications and client declarations

• Collaborate with senior paralegals to gather documents and prepare clients for hearings

• Attend immigration court hearings before EOIR/DOJ (in person or via Webex)

• Participate in interviews and proceedings with USCIS and the Asylum Office in Virginia

• Accompany clients for check-ins with . Department of Homeland Security

• Maintain communication with clients throughout their case lifecycle

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in at least one . jurisdiction

• Willingness to travel for in-person hearings and agency appointments as needed

• Demonstrated commitment to immigration law

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited . law school

Certifications:

• Active law license in good standing (any . jurisdiction acceptable)

Skills:

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

• Excellent legal research and drafting abilities

• High attention to detail and organizational capabilities

• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills

• Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred

• Proficiency in immigration-related software and document preparation tools

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote/in-office flexibility

• Travel reimbursement for required court appearances and interviews

• Collaborative and supportive legal environment

• Opportunities for professional development in immigration law