Operations Staff Attorney

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Posted Oct 21, 2026

Remote · US Full Time

$75K/yr

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Overview

This role supports a humanitarian immigration practice. Operational Staff Attorneys review immigration applications and related filings under close supervision and guidance from senior attorneys. The position also includes attorney-of-record responsibilities, client communications, and emergency hearing coverage.

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.

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

Preferred Qualifications

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.
Action-oriented approach, including meeting daily goals and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
Effective communication skills, including providing clear status updates and asking clarifying questions.
Resilience and professionalism when managing demanding workloads or changes in priorities.