[Remote] USCIS Immigration Attorney (Junior Level)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Moaddel Law Firm APC is a leading Criminal Defense and Immigration firm based in Los Angeles. They are looking for a Junior Level USCIS Immigration Attorney to manage a diverse USCIS caseload, conduct FOIA reviews, prepare clients for interviews, and ensure filings are accurate and timely.

Responsibilities

• Assess relief eligibility and develop case strategies for USCIS matters
• Manage a caseload including family based petitions, U Visas, VAWA, TPS, N-400, I-90, and FOIA reviews
• Review and approve filings prior to submission
• Review 10–15 FOIAs weekly and prepare detailed assessments, including potential relief
• Review CAL DOJ and FBI FOIAs to determine the impact of criminal history on immigration relief
• Draft immigration declarations and supporting documents for motions to vacate
• Prepare clients for USCIS interviews
• Lead, guide, and mentor paralegals and legal assistants
• Ensure deadlines are met and cases move efficiently
• Collaborate with the team to maintain excellent case management and communication

Skills

• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state (California preferred)
• 1–3 years of immigration law experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Proficient with electronic case management systems
• Organized, detail oriented, proactive, and able to manage deadlines in a fast paced environment
• A dependable laptop or desktop (8GB RAM minimum, Core i5 or higher) paired with a stable 10 Mbps connection to ensure smooth performance
• FOIA review experience preferred
• Previous immigration experience as a legal assistant or paralegal strongly preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Uncapped paid time off
• Parental leave
• Roth IRA

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