Associate Attorney
Qualifications
Fluent in both English and Spanish (spoken and written)
Excellent communication and people skills; must be professional, patient, and empathetic
Ability to handle high workloads and multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
J.D. degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law or recently passed the bar
Bilingual in English and Spanish (fully fluent in Spanish is required)
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Responsibilities
Legal Representation: Assist in representing clients in immigration, bankruptcy, personal injury, accident, and criminal cases, including court hearings, trials, and administrative proceedings under supervision
Client Communication: Conduct client consultations, provide legal advice, and maintain regular communication to keep clients informed about case progress
Legal Research & Writing: Perform thorough legal research and draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, affidavits, and correspondence
Case Management: Support the lead attorney in managing a high-volume caseload, ensuring deadlines are met and cases are handled efficiently
Document Preparation: Prepare and review legal forms, applications, and supporting documentation for submission to courts and government agencies
Negotiation: Engage in settlement negotiations and plea discussions, as applicable, to achieve favorable outcomes for clients
Collaboration: Work closely with the sole practitioner and legal support staff to coordinate case strategies and ensure comprehensive client service
Court & Agency Appearances: Attend court hearings, immigration interviews, and agency appointments, representing clients effectively with appropriate supervision
Job description
About Us:
The Law Offices of Guillermo D. Uriarte is a fast-paced, high-volume immigration law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our diverse client base. We are seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Associate Attorney to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a new lawyer eager to for comprehensive training and mentorship in a supportive and friendly work environment. Mr. Uriarte has been serving the immigrant community in Falls Church, VA for over 20 years and is seeking an associate who is passionate about serving others.
Responsibilities:
• Legal Representation: Assist in representing clients in immigration, bankruptcy, personal injury, accident, and criminal cases, including court hearings, trials, and administrative proceedings under supervision.
• Client Communication: Conduct client consultations, provide legal advice, and maintain regular communication to keep clients informed about case progress.
• Legal Research & Writing: Perform thorough legal research and draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, affidavits, and correspondence.
• Case Management: Support the lead attorney in managing a high-volume caseload, ensuring deadlines are met and cases are handled efficiently.
• Document Preparation: Prepare and review legal forms, applications, and supporting documentation for submission to courts and government agencies.
• Negotiation: Engage in settlement negotiations and plea discussions, as applicable, to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the sole practitioner and legal support staff to coordinate case strategies and ensure comprehensive client service.
• Court & Agency Appearances: Attend court hearings, immigration interviews, and agency appointments, representing clients effectively with appropriate supervision.
Requirements:
• Fluent in both English and Spanish (spoken and written).
• Excellent communication and people skills; must be professional, patient, and empathetic.
• Ability to handle high workloads and multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Qualifications:
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law or recently passed the bar
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (fully fluent in Spanish is required)
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities