Affirmative Immigration Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview
Murray Osorio PLLC is a dynamic and fast-growing national immigration law firm with offices in Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey. We are driven by a commitment to excellence in legal advocacy. We take pride in fostering strong connections with our clients while cultivating a collaborative, energetic, and inclusive work environment. Our expertise spans a wide range of immigration law areas, including removal defense, humanitarian applications, family-based immigration, criminal immigration, employment-based immigration, naturalization, appellate advocacy, and federal litigation.
Join us and be a part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional results and shaping meaningful outcomes for our clients.

Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Affirmative Immigration Attorney to join our thriving legal team in our Newark, New Jersey office. The Affirmative Immigration Attorney will work on cases including asylum, VAWA, U Visas, T Visas, naturalization, adjustments of status and waivers. This role offers the opportunity to specialize in areas such as Affirmative Immigration, Defensive Immigration, Employment-Based Immigration, Litigation, or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) cases.
As a valued member of our firm, you will:

• Manage your own caseload while meeting case progression benchmarks.
• Conduct client consultations for prospective new cases.
• Collaborate closely with paralegals and fellow attorneys to ensure seamless case handling.
• Participate in firm committees under the guidance of firm partners, contributing to the firm's operations and success.
• Enjoy a hybrid work model, blending flexibility with opportunities to meet clients and attend in-office events.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for attorneys eager to build their careers, develop leadership skills, and pursue a clear, performance-based path to partnership.

Key Job Duties

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis for immigration law cases.
• Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
• Provide effective guidance and support to clients throughout the immigration process.
• Lead and manage multiple case files with strong organizational skills.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance legal strategies and case outcomes.
• Stay updated on evolving immigration laws and policies to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Active bar membership.
• 0-3 years of experience in immigration law.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• High level of attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in conducting thorough legal research using legal platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and/or other languages.
• Additional experience in specific immigration law specialties or areas of practice.

Benefits

At Murray Osorio PLLC, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible hybrid work schedules.
• Generous Paid Time Off to recharge and unwind.
• Paid Parental Leave (available after one year of service).
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and Bar Membership Reimbursements to support your professional growth.
• Opportunities for professional development in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Partnership track.

Position Details

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting from $85,000 - $110,000

Work Location: Hybrid remote, based in Newark, New Jersey