Job Description

Avagyan Law Firm

Are you an experienced Attorney seeking a role where you can make a significant difference in people's lives?

Position: Immigration Attorney

Location: Sacramento/Los Angeles

Who We Are

Avagyan Law Firm is a dynamic and rapidly growing Law Firm providing immigration solutions to clients. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality services while maintaining the utmost level of integrity and professionalism. As we expand our team, we are seeking a dedicated and skilled Immigration Attorney to join our talented roster.

What You'll Do

Provide representation to immigrants before the Executive Office of Immigration Review (non-detained and detained), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, and CA state court proceedings related to clients’ removal proceedings cases;
Manage a caseload of removal defense cases in the Immigration Court
Prepare and litigate various applications for relief from removal such as asylum, withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture, cancellation of removal, and adjustment of status
Represent clients in family-based immigration matters before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Department of State, and corresponding consulates worldwide, including cases like U-Visas, N-400 applications, VAWA protection, adjustment of status, I-601A and I-212 waivers, and family petitions
Conduct legal research to support cases
Provide leadership and work closely with administrative staff to update on client meetings and case strategy
Counsel clients by evaluating options and determining the best course of action for a favorable outcome
Analyze client needs, propose solutions, and strategize cases
Take on additional responsibilities as the role evolves.

What Education And Experience You Need

A Juris Doctorate and an active bar license in any state are required, along with 3-4 years of experience working on a combination of VAWA, U, T, Naturalization, Removal Defense, and Family-Based cases.
Fluency in English and Russian is strongly preferred.
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, active insurance policy and/or the ability to travel frequently to attend hearings and interviews and engage with clients and community partners.

What Compensation Will You Get

Starting salary-$120,000-$180,000 Yearly based on experience

How To Apply

Send us your resume, a short cover letter explaining why you'd like to work with us, a writing sample. Submit your application to tehmina@avagyanlaw.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits

Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program

License/Certification

Bar (Required)

Ability To Commute

Los Angeles, CA (Required)

Ability To Relocate

Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

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