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Staff Attorney/Advocate

Lisinski Law Firm

Uscis Interview Staff Attorney Since 2020, Lisinski Law Firm has served as a dedicated humanitarian immigration practice committed to providing meaningful support to individuals and families seeking safety, stability, and a path forward. We frequently stand with clients who have been turned away elsewhere, offering both advocacy and care. Joining our Firm means becoming part of a team devoted to keeping families together and "Changing as Many Lives as Possible."

About the Role The USCIS Interview Staff Attorney plays a key role in supporting clients through one of the most critical stages of the immigration process—the USCIS interview. This position is responsible for preparing clients to confidently share their story, anticipate challenging questions, and effectively present their case. The attorney will also attend interviews to advocate for and support clients throughout the process.

Your Key Contributions Review client's previously submitted immigration application to understand key facts and potential roadblocks.

Meet with clients before their USCIS interview to prepare them for the process and to understand how to best tell their story.

Attend interviews with clients to help defend and advocate for clients.

Keep clear notes of interview and document these notes in case file.

Communicate with additional teams if supplements or additional work is necessary after the interview.

Be a member of a team that covers interviews in a region with multiple USCIS offices and ability to travel regularly.

What Makes You a Great Fit The candidate should have a J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and be an active member in good standing of a state bar.

Strong passionate advocate: background in mock trial, moot court, depositions, and/or litigation will be helpful.

Ability to work with clients to talk through difficult experiences and keep client focused on key facts.

Ability to follow processes and work efficiently.

Ability to follow detailed directions.

Experience using a case management software system preferred.

Interest in immigration law preferred.

Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful, but not required as translators will be provided.

Support mission of helping people currently living in America obtain their documents and stay together with their family.

Computer skills (Typing - MS Word and MS Excel, Document Management -DropBox, Email - MS Outlook).

Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Local Time

How You'll Benefit Lisinski Law Firm provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We recognize the importance of health and well-being and are committed to fostering an environment where every team member can feel and perform at their best.

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

At Lisinski Law Firm, the commitment we show to our clients is matched by how we support and invest in our people. LLF is a place where employees are encouraged by peers, heard by leadership, and strengthened by a genuinely collaborative team culture. Whether you join Marketing, IT, Accounting, Legal, or any other function, your work matters. Every role contributes to meaningful, lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.

At Lisinski Law Firm, we are driven by a client obsessed mindset and a commitment to learning, advocacy, efficiency, and nimbleness in everything we do. We work as true team players, delivering creative problem-solving and high-quality service to support families with excellence and care. Lisinski Law Firm

Vacancy posted 13 hours ago
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