Associate Attorney – Immigration Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Join the Law Office of Theodore A. Maloney, PLLC as an Associate Attorney specializing in Immigration. Responsibilities include handling consultations, court hearings, preparing legal documents, supervising staff, and staying updated on immigration laws. This full-time position offers a salary starting at $80,000 per year, with benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. Located in Charlotte, NC.
Job Description
Associate Attorney – Immigration
THE LAW OFFICE OF THEODORE A. MALONEY, PLLC 4801
East Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28212 Our firm handles immigration, criminal defense, and uncontested custody and divorce matters, as well as personal injury cases. We are looking for an experienced immigration attorney to join our firm handling consultations and court hearings, preparing legal pleadings, motions, and briefs, supervising legal support staff, and developing training programs. Duties and Responsibilities
- Handle consultations, on the phone and in-person
- Communicate with clients to prepare matters
- Draft legal pleadings, motions and briefs
- Conduct court hearings
- Supervise legal support staff
- Manage case filings and ensure compliance with deadlines
- Review submissions to USCIS
- Stay informed about changes in the laws, regulations, and local court rules impacting the Firm’s immigration practice and communicate updates to the staff
- Update legal documents, templates, and forms to conform with changes
- Coordinate case and legal strategies with legal team members
- Develop and conduct ongoing training programs for legal support staff
- Oversee use of Clio by support staff
- Coordinate clients’ requests for file copies
- Perform additional job duties as assigned Required Skills
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree
- Active license to practice law in good standing
- At least two years’ experience in the practice of general immigration law, with emphasis on: o Family based petitions o Asylum and Removal
- Work effectively with diverse populations
- Strong communication skills – speaking, writing, reading, presenting
- Excellent time management and organizational skills, with high attention to detail
- Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new software applications
- Prior experience with Clio a plus
- Proficiency in Spanish a plus
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to
Friday License/Certification:
North Carolina Bar License (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Charlotte, NC 28212 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Charlotte, NC 28212: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
