Job Description
Law Firm Seeks Associate Immigration Attorney with 1-3 Years Experience
DeCosmo Law, a leading law firm specializing in immigration law, is seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Immigration Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in immigration law and be fluent in Spanish. We offer competitive compensation, health benefits, and 401K with profit sharing. If you are passionate about immigration law and want to make a difference in the lives of our clients, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent foreign nationals in deportation or removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review - Represent foreign nationals at adjustment interviews or naturalization interviews before USCIS - Prepare various waiver applications including I-601 A waivers, benefits applications, and Stays of Removal - Prepare family-based immigration law petitions and applications including I-130 and I-360 petitions, as well as I-485 applications for adjustment of status - File appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and Petitions for Review to the circuit courts - Write briefs in support of appeals and motions at both the trial and appellate level - Prepare Motions to Reopen, Motions to Continue, and Motions to Change Venue - File custody applications in connection with applications for Special Immigrant Juvenile status - Prepare and file motions to suppress, applications for post-conviction relief, and motions in support of acceptance to Pre-Trial Intervention and Drug Court - Prepare asylum, withholding of removal, U, T, and DACA applications - Conduct legal research and prepare legal memorandums at the direction of the Managing Partner and Junior Partner
Requirements:
- 1-3 years of experience in immigration law - Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred - Strong organizational and time management skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team
DeCosmo Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, union affiliation, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
How to Apply:
- Please submit a resume, cover letter, references, and writing sample to DeCosmo Law via email at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - In your cover letter, please include your salary expectations and availability for an interview
Notice to Recruiters and Search Firms:
DeCosmo Law does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms. Please do not contact us regarding potential candidates.
