Portner & Shure is a busy immigration, personal injury, and criminal defense firm. We are searching for an experienced immigration attorney to help run the department. The candidate must be familiar with family petitions, asylum cases, SIJS, U-Visas, waivers (including I-601A, I-601, I-212), H1B visas, cancellation of removal, Deportation, TN Visas, H1B employment petitions, eligibility under § 241(i), and employment petitions.

Immigration Attorney Job Responsibilities:

Coordinate case and legal strategies.
Manage various projects and deadlines.
Negotiate, prepare, and revise documents.
Supervise a team of paralegals and junior lawyers.
Research unique legal issues by identifying applicable statutes and judicial decisions.
Prepare motions, court filings and immigration related forms and be able to prepare clients for asylum interviews and court hearings
Attend master calendar hearings, bond hearings, and individual/merits hearings.

Immigration Attorney Requirements:

JD Degree
Active License (in good standing)
Have excellent writing skills
Spanish required

Compensation and Benefits:

The total compensation for this immigration attorney position ranges from $100,000 to $130,000. Portner & Shure provides an excellent benefits package. Our comprehensive plan includes health and voluntary dental insurance, optional 401K, PTO and paid holidays.

To apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter to Elizabeth Bermudez. Portner & Shure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefit Conditions:

Waiting period may apply
Only full-time employees eligible

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

License/Certification:

Maryland Bar (Required)

Work Location: In person

Portner and Shure, P. A.

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