Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW: Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to lead the Immigration Law Department.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Chief Legal Officer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The principal duties of the Supervising Immigration Attorney will be to manage, coach and develop a team of attorneys and paralegals. Other responsibilities include:

• Monitor small, specialized caseload for deadlines and action need.
• Manage team member’s caseloads and workload distribution.
• Periodically review open and closed cases for proper recordkeeping and file maintenance.
• Prepare and submit filings for USCIS, DOS, and EOIR.
• Prepare filings and conduct hearings before EOIR.
• Prepare FOIA requests for federal government agencies, prepare FBI background checks, conduct open records requests of state and local police agencies and conduct searches of court records.
• Act as lead counsel and co-counsel on immigration cases, working closely with staff attorneys to ensure high-quality legal representation.
• Establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with clients, staff, opposing attorneys, court employees and judicial officers.
• Conduct and participate in departmental meetings.
• Mentor, coach and training paralegals and staff attorneys of the immigration department.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and handle corrective action or disciplinary issues for the immigration department with the assistance of the Chief Legal Officer.

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, P.C.’s mission is to establish a dedicated attorney-client relationship by providing the highest quality legal representation and an exceptional client experience. We value treating others as you want to be treated, having a positive mental attitude and going above and beyond.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed to practice law in the United States.
• A minimum of 5+-years relevant legal experiences and a demonstrated, zealous commitment to Immigration Law.
• Experience in USCIS cases (family-based petitions, asylum protections, U Visa/T Visa/VAWA waivers) and consular processing cases.
• Experience in employment-based immigration applications is not required, though it is a plus.
• Experience in EOIR cases (LPR and non-LPR cancelation of removal, asylum, withholding of removal, motion to reopen, bond hearings and adjustment of status).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think and plan strategically.
• Ability to lead by example.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a sense of accountability.
• Our firm has offices throughout the DFW Metroplex and an office in San Antonio, therefore, occasional travel may be required.
• Management experience required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on applicant’s years of relevant experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Supplemental insurance

• Life insurance

• STD/LTD coverage

• Paid time off

• 401 (k)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: MDLF Dallas Office or MDLF Fort Worth Office

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