Intake Attorney; Immigration

At The United Firm, we are dedicated to protecting our clients’ rights and achieving results through strong client relationships. We are seeking an Intake Attorney within our Immigration practice who will serve as the first point of contact for viable clients. The candidate should have experience in Immigration Law and an understanding of how to conduct a proper Intake, as this position will oversee an Intake team and carry out supervisory responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Los Angeles Area. As the Intake Attorney, you will report to the Managing Immigration Attorney, have daily potential client interaction, and collaborate with our Immigration team of attorneys, the Intake team, and legal assistants.

• Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and determine necessary strategy
• Supervise intake paralegals and contract preparers to confirm all scopes/retainers are accurate and that intake questionnaires are complete and accurate
• Communicate to the Intake Committee all relevant, valuable information needed for the new client review process
• Review and assign new business intake
• Assist with recruiting and hiring efforts for the legal Intake department
• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to potential clients and Intake staff
• Inform potential clients of diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony when needed
• Conduct research and provide legal analysis for clients to determine possible case benefits
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Pay Range: 85k-110k Per Year (Depending on Experience)

• At least 3-5 years of Immigration Law experience
• Are bilingual (English/Spanish) with full proficiency
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Supervisory skills are preferred
• Sales experience or background is a plus
• Record of moving legal cases forward and ability to manage a caseload
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, removal defense (detained & non-detained), Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred
• Strong ability to escalate issues and present them with logical solutions to management or partners

Here at The United Firm, we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a compensation package including a 401(k) plan. Perks include paid time off and opportunities for career development with a focus on excellence in the legal industry.

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics, and we are committed to an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.