Description:

Are you a recent law school graduate looking to work with experienced attorneys and paralegals who will give you opportunities to further your legal career? If so, we are looking for you! Our firm is hiring an associate attorney who will support us by conducting legal research, drafting documents, maintaining client files, and assisting with legal counsel. The ideal candidate will have some courtroom experience and strong legal research and writing skills. If you're ready to jump-start your growth in the industry and learn how to strategize in the courtroom to successfully represent clients, reach out to us today!

Responsibilities:

Prepare or review correspondence and legal documents such as briefs, RFEs, motions, and USCIS applications
Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings, EOIR court, and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel
Analyze conflicts in legal matters and advise clients on solutions
Communicate and assist other associates, team members, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
Handle pre-sale consultations and assist the legal team with qualification questions
Handle client communications in all forms
Work with multiple teams to protect the interests of the firm and to assure management that clients' cases are being properly processed
Learn and utilize case management processes and internal working systems
Training and process improvement assistance as needed
Maintain confidentiality of client information
Other tasks or responsibilities as needed
Collaborate with clients and senior associates and other staff to move cases toward resolution efficiently
Create legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
Perform legal research, prepare for and attend hearings or other legal proceedings, and give general counsel under the supervision of senior associate attorneys
Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff

Qualifications:

J.D. from an Accredited Law School
Active Bar License in Good Standing from any US State or PR
Fluent in Spanish - preferred
Thrives in a challenging and fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
Demonstrates strong analytical abilities required to accurately articulate the critical issues of complex cases
Possesses superior and creative legal research and writing skills
Exhibits computer literacy, particularly with Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and related software
Works in a supportive, professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and clients
Communicates well in the office and in the courtroom
Self-sufficient enough to complete tasks without supervision
Team management proficiency and solution-based problem-solving
Recognize the need and uphold confidentiality at all times
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school
Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
Candidates must have passed the bar exam