Attorney At Law

Position: Immigration Attorney

Location: Sacramento/Los Angeles

Are you an experienced Attorney seeking a role where you can make a significant difference in people's lives?

How to Apply

Send us your resume, a short cover letter explaining why you'd like to work with us, and a writing sample.

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits & Compensation

• Starting salary-$160,000-$180,000 Yearly based on experience
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Bar (Required)
• Russian or Armenian Speaker

Work Location: In person, Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Compensation:

$160,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Counsel clients by assessing options and determining the best course of action for a successful outcome
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients' needs after analysis
• Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions
• Work closely with and provide leadership to administrative staff concerning client billing, client meetings and invoicing, as well as finalizing client projects

What You'll Do

• Provide representation to immigrants before the Executive Office of Immigration Review (non-detained and detained), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, and CA state court proceedings related to clients' removal proceedings cases
• Manage a caseload of removal defense cases in the Immigration Court
• Prepare and litigate various applications for relief from removal, such as asylum, withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture, cancellation of removal, and adjustment of status
• Represent clients in family-based immigration matters before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Department of State, and corresponding consulates worldwide, including cases like U-Visas, N-400 applications, VAWA protection, adjustment of status, I-601A and I-212 waivers, and family petitions
• Conduct legal research to support cases
• Provide leadership and work closely with the administrative staff to update on client meetings and case strategy
• Counsel clients by evaluating options and determining the best course of action for a favorable outcome
• Analyze client needs, propose solutions, and strategize cases
• Take on additional responsibilities as the role evolves

Qualifications:

• Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred Association
• Ability to use Microsoft Office is required
• Advanced computer skills working with legal research programs (Westlaw and Lexis) required
• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must

What Education & Experience You Need

• A Juris Doctorate and an active bar license in any state are required, along with 3-4 years of experience working on a combination of VAWA, U, T, Naturalization, Removal Defense, and Family-Based cases
• Fluency in English and Russian is strongly preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, active insurance policy, and/or the ability to travel frequently to attend hearings and interviews and engage with clients and community partners

About Company

Who We Are

Avagyan Law Firm is a dynamic and rapidly growing Law Firm providing immigration solutions to clients. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality services while maintaining the utmost level of integrity and professionalism. As we expand our team, we are seeking a dedicated and skilled Immigration Attorney to join our talented roster.