Sanchez Legal Group, PC is seeking an Immigration Attorney with some immigration experience preferably. Attorney will help prepare and guide paralegals for court submissions. MUST meet with clients to prepare strategy of the case and direct examination. Appear at USCIS interviews and EOIR hearings. J.D. from U.S. Law School and Admission to a U.S. State Bar Litigation experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Spanish language proficiency a must. Strong organizational skills to handle a heavy workload. Ability to take on complex and difficult cases. Interest in a fast-paced, energetic work environment. Must demonstrate a passion for the representation of immigrants. We offer a competitive salary. Please send your resume, and two professional references by e-mail. (Must be licensed to practice law- Preferably NY/NJ).
1. Representation: Represent foreign nationals in deportation or removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review. Represent foreign nationals at adjustment interviews or naturalization interviews before USCIS.
2. Family-Based Case Preparation: Preparation of various waiver applications including I-601 A waivers, benefits applications and Stays of Removal. Preparation of family-based immigration law petitions and applications including I-130 and I-360 petitions as well as I-485 applications for adjustment of status.
3. Litigation: Filing appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and Petitions for Review to the circuit courts. Writing briefs in support of appeals and motions at both the trial and appellate level. Preparation of Motions to Reopen, Motions to Continue and Motions to Change Venue. Preparation and filing of custody applications in connection with applications for Special Immigrant Juvenile status. Preparation and filings of motions to suppress, applications for post-conviction relief and motions in support of acceptance to Pre-Trial Intervention and Drug Court.
4. Removal Defense & Asylum/U-Visa & DACA Applications: Preparation of asylum, withholding of removal U, T and DACA applications. This includes the preparation of SIJ and VAWA petitions. Preparation of applications for asylum and withholding of removal, applications for cancellation of removal and packs with supporting evidence to file before EOIR.
5. Research & Writing: Conduct legal research and prepare legal memorandums at the direction of the Managing Partner.