Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lisinski Law Firm is hiring an Operations Staff Attorney to review immigration applications and related filings under the supervision of senior attorneys. The role handles assigned attorney-of-record duties, client communications, and emergency hearing coverage while escalating non-standard legal issues for senior guidance.
Responsibilities
- Serve as attorney of record on assigned immigration records 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 cases pending in immigration court; obtain senior attorney direction and approval for strategy decisions and escalate non-standard issues
- Review draft immigration applications, responses to Requests for Evidence, appeals, and court filings in accordance with instructions from senior attorneys and approved legal guidance
- Evaluate assigned filings and supporting evidence for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and alignment with the case strategy; identify, track, and make necessary edits before submission
- Coordinate corrections and requests for additional information with appropriate team members; confirm that identified issues are resolved and required attorney review is completed before filing
- Speak with clients to answer questions about their cases, generally through an interpreter; explain next steps clearly and document material communications in the case record
- Attend master calendar hearings in immigration court only when emergency coverage is needed, with preparation and substantive guidance from senior attorneys as appropriate
- Meet established daily goals for attorney review tasks based on team assignments while maintaining required accuracy, legal review, and professional judgment
- Monitor assigned filing and hearing deadlines, prioritize work, communicate status and obstacles, and escalate risks that could affect timely completion
- Maintain organized case records, review notes, and documentation of legal decisions; protect confidential client information and incorporate senior attorney feedback into subsequent work
Skills
- 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 through interpreters
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Dropbox or comparable document management tools, and case management systems
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-approved law school
- Active membership in good standing with a state bar
- Commitment to obtain one within the first month of employment
- Foundational legal research, drafting, and document review skills; ability to follow detailed instructions and complete assigned tasks under close senior attorney supervision
- 0–1 year of post-J.D. experience; law school clinics or internships may provide relevant preparation. Prior immigration experience is not required; training will be provided
- Interest in immigration law
- EOIR number preferred
- Interest in immigration law preferred
Benefits
- 401K Match
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Options for Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care FSA
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life & AD&D
- Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Calm App Subscription
- Remote (United States)
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