Intake Attorney (Immigration)

The United Firm•Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

At The United Firm, we're passionate about protecting our clients’ rights, and it shows in our results. We have a history of success built on lasting relationships that produce results with outstanding value for our clients. We're looking for an Intake Attorney within our Immigration practice, who will serve as the first point of contact for viable clients. In order to be successful in this role it is necessary for this candidate to have experience in Immigration Law and understanding of how to conduct a proper Intake, as this position will directly oversee an Intake team and carry out supervisory responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Los Angeles Area. As the Intake Attorney, you will report to the Managing Immigration Attorney, you have daily potential client interaction; collaborate with our wonderful Immigration team of attorneys; Intake team; and legal assistants.

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of Immigration Law Experience
Are bilingual (English/Spanish) with full proficiency
Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
Record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, removal defense (detained & non-detained), Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
Experience with Case Management Software is preferred
Strong ability to escalate issues as appropriate and present them along with logical solutions to departmental management or partners.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory skills is preferred
Sales experience or background is a plus

Responsibilities

Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and determine necessary strategy
Supervise intake paralegals and contract preparers to confirm all scopes/retainers are accurate and that intake questionnaires are complete and accurate
Communicates to the Intake Committee all relevant, valuable information needed for the new client review process.
Review and assigns new business intake
Assist with recruiting and hiring efforts for legal Intake department
Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to potential clients and Intake staff
Inform potential clients of diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
On occasion review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments
On occasion, develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
Conduct research and provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits