Attorney - Immigration Law

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Attorney – Immigration Law

MJA International Law Group APC is a boutique law firm in Solana Beach, CA. We are professional, innovative, and fast-paced. Our goal is to provide specialized temporary and permanent immigration services for athletes, their families and support staff with an emphasis on the equine industry and major league baseball.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct intakes and provide legal consultations to determine eligibility for benefits.
Prepare and submit immigration petitions for the following but not limited to:
P-1, P-1S, I-130/I-485, I-90, EB-1, N-400, O-1, O-2, Permanent Residency, Adjustment of Status.
Additional benefits such as employment authorization documents, travel documents, renewal of permanent resident cards, Certificates of Citizenship, and FOIAs.
Maintain bar membership through continuing legal education.
Assign work and supervise Legal Assistants.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Attorney.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
J.D. with a valid license to practice law in the United States.
At least one year of immigration legal experience.
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English. 
Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing and demonstrated intercultural communication ability.
High level of proficiency in Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and database programs.
Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work.
Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Please submit a resume with a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online application.
References will be required at the time of the final interview.
No telephone calls, please. The position will remain open until filled.