Immigration Managing Attorney
Apply NowCompany: Vasquez Law Firm,PLLC
Location: Charlotte, NC 28269
Description:
Description
At Vazquez Law Firm, we believe in more than just legal representation-we are a family dedicated to helping individuals navigate complex immigration challenges with honesty, dedication, and quality service. Our firm is built on four core values:
We are seeking an Immigration Managing Attorney with a strong background in litigation, USCIS proceedings, and removal defense. This role requires a passionate, experienced, and highly skilled attorney who can handle complex immigration cases, manage a legal team, and advocate fiercely for clients.
Responsibilities
Litigation & Advocacy: Represent clients in immigration court, removal proceedings, bond hearings, and appeals before the EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review).
USCIS Proceedings: Prepare and represent clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for various petitions and applications, including asylum, adjustment of status, waivers, naturalization, and family-based petitions.
Case Management: Oversee all aspects of immigration cases, ensuring proper case preparation, filing, and timely responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices to Appear (NTAs), and Motions to Reopen/Reconsider.
Form Preparation & Compliance: Complete and review all USCIS forms, including I-130, I-485, I-601, I-751, I-918, I-589, I-360, N-400, and more.
Supervision & Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality legal work.
Client Interaction: Meet with clients to develop case strategies, explain legal options, and provide realistic expectations about outcomes.
Legal Research & Strategy: Stay up to date with immigration laws, policies, and procedural changes, utilizing research to build strong legal arguments.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Work closely with colleagues, experts, and support staff to deliver exceptional legal services.
Qualifications
(JD) Degree from an accredited law school.
Active Bar License in any U.S. state (Georgia Bar preferred but not required).
5+ years of experience in immigration law, with expertise in removal defense, USCIS proceedings, and federal immigration litigation.
Extensive knowledge of EOIR, USCIS, ICE, and BIA processes.
Strong courtroom experience handling removal proceedings, bond hearings, and appeals.
Fluent in legal document drafting, motions, and filings for both USCIS and Immigration Court.
Leadership & Management Experience - Proven ability to supervise and train attorneys and staff.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.
At Vazquez Law Firm, we believe in more than just legal representation-we are a family dedicated to helping individuals navigate complex immigration challenges with honesty, dedication, and quality service. Our firm is built on four core values:
- My Family, Your Family: We treat every client and team member like family, fostering trust and belonging.
- Honesty: We provide clear, straightforward legal guidance to empower clients.
- Dedication: We invest in the success and growth of both our team and clients.
- Quality Experience: We create a productive and positive environment that enhances lives.
We are seeking an Immigration Managing Attorney with a strong background in litigation, USCIS proceedings, and removal defense. This role requires a passionate, experienced, and highly skilled attorney who can handle complex immigration cases, manage a legal team, and advocate fiercely for clients.
Responsibilities
Litigation & Advocacy: Represent clients in immigration court, removal proceedings, bond hearings, and appeals before the EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review).
USCIS Proceedings: Prepare and represent clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for various petitions and applications, including asylum, adjustment of status, waivers, naturalization, and family-based petitions.
Case Management: Oversee all aspects of immigration cases, ensuring proper case preparation, filing, and timely responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices to Appear (NTAs), and Motions to Reopen/Reconsider.
Form Preparation & Compliance: Complete and review all USCIS forms, including I-130, I-485, I-601, I-751, I-918, I-589, I-360, N-400, and more.
Supervision & Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality legal work.
Client Interaction: Meet with clients to develop case strategies, explain legal options, and provide realistic expectations about outcomes.
Legal Research & Strategy: Stay up to date with immigration laws, policies, and procedural changes, utilizing research to build strong legal arguments.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Work closely with colleagues, experts, and support staff to deliver exceptional legal services.
Qualifications
(JD) Degree from an accredited law school.
Active Bar License in any U.S. state (Georgia Bar preferred but not required).
5+ years of experience in immigration law, with expertise in removal defense, USCIS proceedings, and federal immigration litigation.
Extensive knowledge of EOIR, USCIS, ICE, and BIA processes.
Strong courtroom experience handling removal proceedings, bond hearings, and appeals.
Fluent in legal document drafting, motions, and filings for both USCIS and Immigration Court.
Leadership & Management Experience - Proven ability to supervise and train attorneys and staff.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.