Remote Immigration Law Associate Santiago Legal LLC is seeking an Immigration Law Associate with at least two years of family-based, humanitarian, and deportation immigration experience. Pay is determined based on depth of experience in the practice area. The attorney hired will assist with the preparation and review of family-based petitions, adjustment of status applications, consular processing, green card renewals, removal of conditional residence, citizenship and naturalization applications, work permits (EAD), Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications, U visa petitions, VAWA petitions, and deportation defense matters. Santiago Legal's attorneys also provide bilingual Spanish-English client consultations, represent clients in USCIS interviews and immigration court proceedings, and supervise paralegal staff in case management and document preparation. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the challenges facing Hispanic and Latino immigrant families, experience handling the intersection of immigration and domestic violence cases, and a commitment to providing personalized, culturally sensitive legal representation. Responsibilities: • Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence • Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions • Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients’ needs after analysis • Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff • Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings • Provide representation for clients in court in legal cases pertaining to Immigration Law and Family Law, including deportation defense, removal proceedings, and Orders for Protection • Representation at the Master Calendar and Individual Hearings before the Immigration Court • Representation at USCIS interviews for adjustment of status, naturalization, and other immigration benefits • Organize and record all official documents required to file cases, including family-based petitions, humanitarian applications, and domestic violence-related immigration relief • Appear in family court and criminal court for domestic abuse matters, including OFPs and criminal domestic violence defense • Conduct bilingual Spanish-English client consultations to ensure culturally sensitive and accessible legal services • Prepare and file VAWA self-petitions, U visa applications, and TPS applications for clients facing humanitarian crises • Coordinate with paralegals and support staff on case management, document preparation, and client communication • Advise clients on the intersection of immigration status and family law matters, particularly in domestic violence cases Qualifications: • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is needed • Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience in representing clients for at least 2 years • Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred Association • Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must • Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Fastcase, Westlaw, and Lexis products is required • Efficient time management and the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously across immigration and family law matters • Critical thinking and analytical skills to navigate complex immigration cases • Multitasking abilities to manage administrative duties, client consultations, court appearances, and case preparation • Skilled in negotiation, debate, and persuasion techniques for court proceedings and client advocacy • Proficient in Immigration Law, including family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, deportation defense, and naturalization processes • Bilingual Spanish-English proficiency strongly preferred to serve our Latino client base effectively is a plus • Bar admission • Member in good standing of relevant bar associations • Understanding of cultural sensitivity and challenges facing Hispanic and Latino immigrant families • Familiarity with USCIS procedures and immigration court proceedings Compensation: $60 - $170 hourly

• Provide representation for clients in court in legal cases pertaining to Immigration Law and Family Law, including deportation defense, removal proceedings, and Orders for Protection • Representation at the Master Calendar and Individual Hearings before the Immigration Court • Representation at USCIS interviews for adjustment of status, naturalization, and other immigration benefits • Organize and record all official documents required to file cases, including family-based petitions, humanitarian applications, and domestic violence-related immigration relief • Appear in family court and criminal court for domestic abuse matters, including OFPs and criminal domestic violence defense • Conduct bilingual Spanish-English client consultations to ensure culturally sensitive and accessible legal services • Prepare and file VAWA self-petitions, U visa applications, and TPS applications for clients facing humanitarian crises • Coordinate with paralegals and support staff on case management, document preparation, and client communication • Advise clients on the intersection of immigration status and family law matters, particularly in domestic violence cases