Associate Attorney
Law Offices of Sunita Kapoor, PC is currently looking to hire a motivated and well-organized Associate Attorney to our team. We are searching for a driven individual with strong interpersonal abilities who can work independently. The ideal applicant will be 1-2 years experienced in immigration law. We encourage you to apply if you have a strong interest in immigration law and work well in a team.
Position Overview: Associate Attorney
Work hours: Mon – Fri from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
As an Associate Attorney, you will play a pivotal role, collaborating directly with the principal attorney of the firm, Paralegals and clients. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of immigration experience or must have had immigration clinic.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and file diverse petitions, covering immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions, adjustment of status applications, consular processing, waivers, asylum, employment-based, investment-based cases, and naturalization.
- Collect facts and documentation in support of petitions.
- Draft correspondence on procedural matters, status updates, and supportive letters for petitions.
- Conduct legal research.
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients and potential clients.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Familiarity with immigration procedures and processes.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, staying focused on deadlines.
- Capability to work independently on multiple projects.
- Exceptional organizational and proofreading skills.
- detail-oriented with a professional demeanor.
- Trustworthy, with excellent references.
- Team player with strong computer and internet research skills.
- Proficiency in office software such as MS Office, Adobe Reader, Zoom, Webex etc.
- Willingness to learn and use immigration case management software and advanced office equipment.
- In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles (preferred).
- Passion for assisting people.
Salary: To be discussed as per the candidate’s experience.
To be considered for this opportunity, please email your cover letter, resume, and salary history/requirement with the title “Associate Attorney” in the subject to Law@sunitakapoor.com.
