Associate Immigration Attorney

JEELANI LAW FIRM is actively seeking a seasoned Associate Immigration Attorney with 2+ years of removal defense experience to join our dynamic team in a full-time capacity, with standard working hours from 9 am to 6 pm. With offices and attorneys across the U.S., we are committed to a modern and flexible work environment, offering a hybrid work arrangement. This hybrid work is tailored to meet both the firm’s and the individual’s needs, with the understanding that regular attendance at removal hearings, interviews, meetings with firm management, and client meetings as required is integral to the role, irrespective of the work location. The position REQUIRES traveling to different states to cover removal and USCIS hearings.

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in removal defense. The role demands:

• A minimum of 2+ years experience in handling Removal Defense/Deportation Cases including attending Bond Hearings, Master Hearings, and Individuals
• A minimum of 2+ years experience in preparing and filing Adjustment of Status and other family-based applications/petitions.
• Exceptional communication skills for drafting documents and emails free of grammatical errors.
• Experience with affidavits of support filings, asylum cases, and hardship waivers.
• Proficiency in drafting legal memoranda and affidavits for family-based cases and hardship waivers.
• Effective communication with EOIR, USCIS, DOS, and clients on immigration matters.
• Familiarity with handling notifications, RFE’s, NOID’s, and Appeals with the AAO and BIA.

Additional beneficial qualifications (not replacing the above essential requirements) include:

• Experience with case management software such as Docketwise or INSZoom.

The annual compensation range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Additionally, an annual bonus of up to $4,000 shall be paid based on a performance review of the attorney. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical/Dental/Vision health insurance, 401(k) with matching, 10 days of paid vacation, 7 days of sick time, and 3 days of personal time off.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes, along with a brief summary highlighting their immigration-related experience. We look forward to your application and the opportunity to potentially welcome you to our esteemed team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55447