Associate Attorney

 At Domingos Law Firm, we celebrate diversity. Our team members speak over 10 languages collectively, with each team member fluent in at least 2 languages. This multilingual capability allows us to effectively serve clients worldwide needing immigration assistance. 

We work globally, currently representing clients from Africa, Latin America, and the former Soviet Union. This worldwide coverage provides comprehensive insight into global migration patterns and issues. 

While led by an immigration attorney, our team also consists of researchers, analysts, and legal experts holding advanced graduate degrees including JDs, PhDs, and LLMs. This breadth and depth of expertise allows us to build the strongest legal arguments drawing on intersectional academic and professional perspectives. 

Every client's case receives our in-depth attention. We calculate legal strategies, exploring even non-obvious options, to position clients for the best chance of success. Our team generously gives each client an abundance of time to understand their situation and options. Just like an intricate chess match, we play through the intricacies of the law - leveraging our unparalleled expertise - to pave the clearest legal path forward. 

Position Overview: 

As an Associate Attorney, you will embody our core values by consistently demonstrating reliability, integrity, honesty, and a commitment to ethical behavior while being a consummate team player. This is a full-time in-person position in our SeaTac office where you will work with 8-10 paralegals and legal assistants. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Review cases in areas like asylum, Withholding of Removal, CAT (Convention Against Torture), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA, T visas, U visas, and family-based immigration. Conduct diligent case analysis and research. 
• Have expertise in appeals procedures, filing petitions for review, cert petitions, understanding standards of review and preservation of issues for appeal in the 9th Circuit Court. 
• Prepare clients for hearings and/or interviews in various immigration matters, including state court hearing, master calendar hearings, and individual hearings. Attend all respective appointments to zealously represent and defend the client's best interests. 
• Perform Research and Writing: Prepare motions, brief, and appeals; stay updated on immigration and humanitarian laws and regulations; conduct legal research; and draft all necessary legal documents to support client cases including motions, legal briefs, and expert reports to provide comprehensive and persuasive guidance. 
• Engage Critical Thinking and Take Initiative: Apply critical thinking to tackle complex immigration issues, identify creative solutions for clients, and proactively address potential legal problems. Demonstrate self-motivation in managing your caseload and pursuing ongoing development to enhance client services. Independently seek resources and tools to overcome hurdles for clients. Embody our commitment to inspiring hope by reassuring clients and helping guide them through the immigration process with empathy. 

Qualifications: 

• Valid license WA State Bar 
• Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, policies, and procedures 
• Exceptional critical thinking, detail-oriented, organized, creativity and an ability to maintain caseloads and deadlines 
• A commitment to our core values and ethical conduct 
• A high level of maturity and open mindedness.  

How to Apply: 

If you are an attorney who shares our vision of inspiring hope for a brighter future for all immigrants because you believe in their human dignity, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, writing samples to this posting. 

Benefits: 

- Competitive salary and benefits package. 

- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients through trustworthy and ethical legal practice. 

- Collaborative and supportive work environment rooted in mutual respect and trust. 

- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. 

The Domingos Law Firm, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join our team.