A growing and busy immigration law firm located in the DMV is looking to hire an attorney to join the quickly evolving firm. Murray Osorio PLLC is an immigration law firm dedicated to producing excellent legal work and fostering a connection with our clients, all while working in a collaborative and energetic environment.
Our firm specializes in removal defense, humanitarian applications, family-based immigration, special immigrant juvenile status, criminal immigration, employment-based immigration, naturalization, and appellate and federal litigation.
We seek a highly motivated attorney to join Murray Osorio PLLC's team. The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated interest in immigration law, excellent legal skills and a passion for delivering outstanding legal services to clients. A partnership track is available to all attorneys employed by Murray Osorio. This presents a great opportunity for those who wish to advance their legal careers.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on immigration matters.
- Membership in the bar of any state, and ability to practice before the immigration court and USCIS.
- Prepare and file immigration petitions, applications, and supporting documents with USCIS, DOS, EOIR, and other government agencies.
- Conduct legal research and analysis of immigration laws, regulations, and policies.
- Monitor immigration policy and regulatory changes that could affect clients and provide guidance on compliance.
- Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to ensure efficient and effective representation of clients.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and potential clients.
- Complete work with limited to no guidance, though collaboration among colleagues is always encouraged.
- Handle a significant caseload and meet minimum case completion metrics.
- Conduct consultations for potential new clients.
- Work with paralegals through case processes.
- Demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to work within a team setting.
Qualifications:
- Active bar membership in good standing.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Have a deep understanding of immigration law.
- Fluency in spanish is preferred.
- 2 years of immigration experience, ideally removal defense.
- 3 years' experience of drafting/writing legal documents.