Senior Associate Attorney

Job Summary

Meneses Law is an Immigration Law Firm seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Associate Attorney to lead our dynamic legal team. This role involves managing complex immigration cases, serving as a mentor, and representing clients in immigration courts.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Experience in EOIR & all forms of relief before the court
• Litigation in immigration court issues such as 42A, 42B, asylum & CAT
• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to clients
• Analytical ability, logical reasoning, and sound judgement in handling clients' cases
• Identify legal issues and develop innovative approaches to resolve complex issues
• Comprehensive understanding in immigrant visa petitions and consular processing
• Thorough understanding of family-based petitions, waivers, adjustment of complex status issues, asylum-based petitions & consular processing
• Draft motions, waivers, applications, requests for evidence, and submit to appropriate federal offices such as USCIS
• Lead by example, demonstrating excellence in immigration law and ethical practice
• Manage a highly demanding and detail-oriented immigration litigation process as a member of the legal team
• Advise, research, and collect evidence or information, draft legal documents such as petitions & motions to defend in court
• Represent clients in establishing legal residency or facing deportation
• Prepare family-based petitions, employment-based cases, waivers, removal of defense matters, and consular processing issues
• Prepare and proofread documents such as correspondence, forms, and evidence
• Assist in preparations by providing relevant research data
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court and USCIS appointments
• Maintain the strictest level of confidentiality with organizational information
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer

Required Skills

• Experience in EOIR & all forms of relief before the court
• Excellent knowledge of MS office and MacOS
• Proficiency in using computers, printers, copy machines, fax machines, and other office equipment
• Excellent organizational and time management
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion and good judgement
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant data tools
• Excellent time management skills, and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in problem-solving
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to type 45 WPM or more
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Proper phone etiquette
• Fluent in both English and Spanish

Key Competencies

• Active member in good standing of the Bar
• 5+ years of immigration law experience
• 3 - 5 years EOIR experience
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Attention to detail and process orientation
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills
• Relationship building and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and take initiative in problem-solving

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree focused on political science, economics, history
• Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Pass the Bar Exam

Benefits

• Salary Range: $175K - $200K
• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Selected (10) paid holidays)
• 401K Safe Harbor Match
• Work Life Balance Schedule - Operation hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. plus 2 Saturdays a month for certain positions/departments
• Structured Training Programs
• Meaningful Career Advancement Opportunities
• Work with state-of-the-art technology
• Name Recognition & Prestige Immigration Law Firm
• Birthday and Anniversary rewards
• Sophisticated, Challenging Work Business Professional work environment
• Participate in a variety of volunteered events throughout the year

About the Company

Meneses Law is an accomplished Immigration law firm with an outstanding track record of providing immigration services with the highest professional standards to our clients. We work with thousands of clients across the United States on Adjustment of Status, Visas, Petitions, Labor Certifications, Citizenships, Deportations, Waivers, DACA Renewals, and Asylum matters. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.