Bilingual Immigration Associate

Position Overview

We are a new Immigration Practice Group seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Bilingual First-Year Associate to join our team. This role provides a unique opportunity to work directly with clients and the Immigration Partner on a wide variety of immigration matters, including family-based petitions, removal defense, asylum, and humanitarian relief. As a member of our small team, you will gain immediate hands-on experience and play a key role in helping clients navigate the challenges of the U.S. immigration system. This position is open to applicants currently waiting on bar results.

Key Responsibilities

· Work closely with clients to gather facts, documents, and supporting evidence for cases.

· Draft motions, briefs, legal correspondence, and applications for submission to USCIS, EOIR, and other government agencies.

· Attend USCIS interviews and immigration court hearings under attorney supervision (when permitted).

· Meet with DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Officers and DHS Attorneys to discuss client matters (training will be provided).

· Communicate with clients regularly regarding case strategy, updates, and deadlines.

· Conduct legal research and stay current on changes in immigration law, policy, and procedure.

· Collaborate with paralegals and staff to ensure accuracy and timely case filings.

· Assist in community outreach, client workshops, or pro bono projects as needed.

· Some travel is required (ICE detention facilities in Baker County, Miami and other counties - mainly in FL).

Qualifications

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

· Admission to at least one state bar or awaiting results from bar admission.

· Spanish fluency required.

· Prior experience in immigration law (internship, clinic, or clerkship) strongly preferred.

· Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.

· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits

· Health insurance.

· Mentorship and close collaboration with experienced attorneys.

· Opportunities for rapid growth and increased responsibility.

· Supportive, team-oriented environment with meaningful client interaction from day one.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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