Operations Staff Attorney

Overview

This Operational Staff Attorney role reviews immigration applications and related filings under close supervision and guidance from senior attorneys. Responsibilities include supporting clients with document preparation and family reunification goals through attorney-of-record assignments, client communications, and emergency hearing coverage when needed. 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.

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 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.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar.
• EOIR number preferred, or 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in immigration law; commitment to helping clients obtain their documents and stay together with their families.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Expected salary: $65,000 - $69,750
• Final offer may reflect factors such as experience, skills, and the role’s location and may be outside of this range.
• The salary provided is directional; actual compensation may vary.

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

Location

Location details were not provided in the job description.