Job Summary
Make a difference and be on the front lines of representing immigrants in removal and deportation defense. Yacub Law Office, a premier removal defense and immigrants' rights firm, seeks an immigration warrior to represent immigrants in immigration court. The successful candidate will be filing asylum applications and other petitions for immigrants to remain in the United States and be united with their families.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis to support case preparation.
Draft briefs, motions, affidavits, asylum petitions and other immigration benefits including TPS, DACA, Cancellation of Removal, citizenship and residency applications.
Represent clients in Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals and federal courts, including the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Advise clients on their legal rights and obligations in various matters.
Prepare cases for litigation by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and developing case strategies.
Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may affect clients' interests.
Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to ensure comprehensive legal services are provided.

Experience

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the bar.
Proven experience in legal research, drafting, and litigation.
Familiarity with immigration law.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to write clearly and persuasively.
Excellent negotiation skills with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Fluent in Spanish.

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about the law and committed to providing exceptional service to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

Woodbridge, VA 22192: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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