Benefits:

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

About Us Vazquez & Poudat, PLLC is a boutique immigration law firm in Orlando led by a Florida Board Certified immigration attorney. We represent entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, employers and families from around the world, with a practice built on careful, high-quality petitions and close personal attention to every client. Our work spans business and employment-based immigration (E-2, E-1, EB-5, EB-1, EB-2 NIW, PERM, H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, B-1) as well as family-based matters. We are a multilingual office serving a large international client base.

Job Summary We are seeking an Associate Attorney who is fluent in Spanish and English to join our team. You will work directly with the firm's partners on a varied caseload of employment, business and family immigration matters, from initial strategy through filing, Requests for Evidence and interviews. This is an ideal role for an attorney who wants to build a career in immigration law, learn from experienced practitioners and take on increasing responsibility as their skills grow.

Responsibilities

Assess client eligibility and help develop case strategy under the guidance of the partners

Prepare petitions, applications, support letters, legal briefs and responses to Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny

Draft business-related documents supporting immigration filings, including client declarations and corporate documentation

Conduct legal research on immigration statutes, regulations, policy guidance and case law

Prepare clients for USCIS interviews and consular appointments, and attend interviews as needed

Communicate with clients in Spanish and English, explaining complex processes clearly and with care

Review and organize evidence, translations and supporting documentation

Maintain accurate, well-organized client files and case records

Collaborate with partners, legal assistants and outside professionals such as business plan writers and translators

Qualifications

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Active license and good standing with the bar of any U.S. state or D.C. (Florida Bar membership preferred)

Full professional fluency in Spanish and English, written and spoken (required)

Strong legal writing and research skills, with close attention to detail

Excellent client communication and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced practice

Collaborative and eager to learn

Immigration law experience (clerkship, clinic, internship or practice) is a plus but not required

French language skills are a plus

Benefits and Perks

Career advancement opportunities and direct mentorship from experienced immigration attorneys

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Exposure to a sophisticated business and investor immigration practice

A supportive, multilingual boutique firm environment