Operations Staff Attorney

The Lisinski Law Firm

20d•$75,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Operations Staff Attorney reviews immigration applications and related filings under close supervision and guidance from senior attorneys. The role supports clients in obtaining their documents and remaining united with their families through assigned attorney-of-record responsibilities, client communications, and emergency hearing coverage. The attorney follows approved instructions, templates, and legal strategy, completes assigned review tasks accurately and on time, and escalates non-standard legal issues to senior attorneys.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-approved law school.
Active membership in good standing with a state bar.
Foundational legal research, drafting, and document review skills; ability to follow detailed instructions and complete assigned tasks under close senior attorney supervision.
Strong legal analysis, research, drafting, and document review skills with close attention to detail.
Ability to follow detailed guidance, ask clarifying questions, incorporate edits, and recognize issues requiring senior attorney review.
Clear, respectful client communication, including communication through interpreters.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Dropbox or comparable document management tools, and case management systems.
0–1 year of post-J.D. experience; law school clinics or internships may provide relevant preparation.

Nice To Haves

EOIR number preferred, or commitment to obtain one within the first month of employment.
Interest in immigration law and commitment to helping clients obtain their documents and stay together with their families.
Prior immigration experience is not required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Serve as attorney of record on assigned immigration matters pursuant to Form G-28 for USCIS matters or Form E-28 for immigration court matters, as applicable.
Support development and implementation of legal strategy for assigned USCIS matters and immigration court cases, following senior attorney direction and approval and escalating non-standard issues.
Review draft immigration applications, Requests for Evidence responses, appeals, and court filings according to senior attorney instructions and approved legal guidance.
Evaluate filings and supporting evidence for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and alignment with case strategy; track and make necessary edits before submission.
Coordinate corrections and requests for additional information with appropriate team members and confirm identified issues are resolved and required attorney review is complete before filing.
Communicate with clients about their cases, generally through an interpreter; explain next steps and document material communications in the case record.
Attend master calendar hearings in immigration court when emergency coverage is needed, with senior attorney preparation and substantive guidance as appropriate.
Meet established daily goals for attorney review tasks while maintaining accuracy, legal review, and professional judgment.
Monitor filing and hearing deadlines, prioritize work, communicate status and obstacles, and escalate risks to timely completion.
Maintain organized case records, review notes, and documentation of legal decisions; protect confidential client information and incorporate senior attorney feedback.