Job Description

At Fuerza Immigration Lawyers LLP, we believe in fighting for immigrant families and building stronger communities. We are seeking an experienced bilingual Associate Attorney to join our Oakland team. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your courtroom, client advocacy, and case management skills.

*Responsibilities*

* Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in humanitarian, family-based, and removal defense cases.
* Prepare filings including asylum, cancellation of removal, VAWA, SIJS, U-Visas, and adjustment of status.
* Conduct legal research, draft motions and briefs, and manage client communications.
* Participate in hearings, interviews, and trials with mentorship from senior attorneys.
* Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and support staff.

*Requirements*

* Licensed attorney in any U.S. state (California license preferred).
* Fluent in Spanish and English (or Portuguese and English).
* At least 3 years of immigration law experience.
* Strong writing, organizational, and client communication skills.
* Commitment to immigrant rights and social justice.

*Compensation & Benefits*

* Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Higher salary than that listed may be considered for a candidate with significant immigration law experience.
* Health insurance, paid time off, and 401k-matching (after vesting period.)
* Coverage of bar dues, CLE, and professional development.
* Supportive, mission-driven work environment with opportunities for growth.

Now more than ever, our immigrant neighbors need advocates who are passionate about immigration law. If that is you and you want to join a team dedicated to high-quality, compassionate representation, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave

Language:
* Spanish and/or Portuguese (Required)

License/Certification:
* Bar License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
* Oakland, CA 94612 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours,

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