Bilingual Associate Attorney

Job Description:

The Law Office of RSB Ltd is a boutique immigration law firm in the Western suburbs of Chicago. We are a firm operated by immigrants, and we fight for our clients to live in a safe place and freedom. We love what we do and we do it with passion and dedication. We use every single resource we have to help our clients since we are here to work for them. We are a Global Immigration Law Firm, and we have team members in other states in the US and also in other countries.

Our firm focuses on humanitarian applications, (U Visa, T Visa, & VAWA), waivers, TPS, family-based immigration, naturalization & DACA.

This is a full-time, in-person position at our office in Warrenville, IL. The schedule is Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and you will be reporting to the CEO and Attorney Manager.

Responsibilities:

● Stay up to date with changes in immigration law and other immigration-related developments and share developments to ensure staff members understand these changes

● Conduct consultations to determine if clients are eligible for immigration benefits

● File and prepare appropriate forms, briefs, and appeals for USCIS review, and represent clients in interviews before USCIS when requested

● Handle your caseload, ensuring timely and accurate completion of immigration forms and documentation

● Work effectively under pressure, meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of productivity

● Investigate and evaluate complicated legal issues pertaining to your own caseload and the cases of employees who work under your direction.

● Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

● Communicate with clients, providing updates on case progress and explaining next steps in the immigration process

● Prepare, organize, and file immigration forms with USCIS, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements

● Analyze case documents and collect supporting documentation to strengthen immigration applications

● Assist with administrative tasks as needed to support the immigration team including regular scheduled team meetings

● Communicate effectively with various immigration government agencies on behalf of clients

Qualifications:

● Must have a law degree from an accredited law school and be a member in good standing of any state bar in the United States.

● At least 3 years of immigration law experience required (U Visa, VAWA & T Visas, RFEs, NOIDs, I-290B and Waivers)

● Experience in using case management software including Camplegal is a plus

● Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish is a must

● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

● Strong writing, analytical, and legal research skills

● Ability to work independently, and lead a team

● Ability to stay organized, manage a high-volume workload, and work under strict deadlines

● Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Benefits:

● Health Insurance

● Dental Insurance

● Vision Insurance

● Paid Time Off

● Matching 401(k) plan

● Extra day off each year as a birthday freebie

● Professional development, including mandatory CLE and bar dues are paid

Salary

Salary starting at $100,000/year based upon qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:

To apply for the position of Associate Attorney, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Lorena@lawrsb.com. Please no phone calls. We appreciate all applications, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The Law Office of RSB Ltd is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Experience:

• Immigration law: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Warrenville, IL 60555 (Required)

Work Location: In person