Our law firm is looking for a Lawyer who is ready to represent our existing client base primarily in immigration matters. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and the management of the firm. At Culwell Legal LLC, we've worked hard to create a family atmosphere for both our employees and clients. As an employee of the firm, you'll find that work/life balance is highly valued and we offer a significant amount of paid time off to spend away from the office. If you are bilingual (Spanish/English) and can communicate effectively in both languages, have the ability to appear in court to represent clients, and work behind the scenes prepping their cases while using today’s technology well, please start your application today! Responsibilities: • Manage our Asylum team (composed of several staff members) with strong leadership skills by making/taking assignments and ensuring that the group is completing the casework timely • Strategize and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS hearings • Represent clients in Master, Individual, & Final Hearings (some virtual and some in-person with travel required) • Prepare and review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments prior to filing • Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases • Communicate with the court, USCIS, and ICE on behalf of clients • Meet with potential clients in Initial Consultations and assess our ability to assist the client • Stay abreast of changes to US immigration law and monitor country conditions in countries from which clients immigrate Qualifications: • Bar licensed in any state (preference given to IN) or the ability to be licensed by the end of 2023 • Speaks and writes proficiently in both English and Spanish • Immigration experience or strong desire to learn immigration law • Public speaking, decision-making, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills are necessary for this role • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe programs is necessary (Experience with MyCase or other practice management software is helpful) Compensation: $100,000 per year
• Manage our Asylum team (composed of several staff members) with strong leadership skills by making/taking assignments and ensuring that the group is completing the casework timely • Strategize and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS hearings • Represent clients in Master, Individual, & Final Hearings (some virtual and some in-person with travel required) • Prepare and review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments prior to filing • Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases • Communicate with the court, USCIS, and ICE on behalf of clients • Meet with potential clients in Initial Consultations and assess our ability to assist the client • Stay abreast of changes to US immigration law and monitor country conditions in countries from which clients immigrate