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The Law Office of Vugar Jafarov is seeking an ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY to join our growing team of 2 attorneys and 6 support staff.
The firm is located in Sudbury, MA with a second office in Raleigh, NC (coming soon). You will be based in our Raleigh or Sudbury office. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, have a demonstrated interest in serving the immigrant community, and a strong academic and writing records.
We want someone who can handle the following matters: removal defense, affirmative and defensive asylum, family-based petitions, special immigrant juvenile cases, VAWA, U petitions, naturalization, and other immigration matters. You will be expected to prepare filings, appeals, and motions, attend USCIS interviews, and frequently appear in immigration and family court. We are looking for someone who is a compassionate communicator, reliable, efficient, and a team player.
Please provide a CV and cover letter that addresses the following:
- Describe your legal experience. Have you had exposure to immigration law? What motivates you to be in this field? Why do you want to work with us?
- What states do you have bar membership in? If you are not barred in Massachusetts or North Carolina, are you willing to be?
- Are you fluent in any foreign languages? Or have any experience with intercultural situations?
- If you are not currently local, please explain whether you are willing to relocate and how soon you could be in the area.
Experience:
- Removal Defense: Min of 2 years experience and
- Business immigration: 2 years (Bonus)
What we offer:
- Professional development assistance.
- Paid time off (12 days/pro-rated)
- All federal holidays are off.
- Flexible Schedule
- Referral Program
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
- Salary is $65,000-$95,000.
Job Type: Full-time
COVID-19 considerations:
We encourage clients to interact with staff through Zoom, email, and phone if feasible.
License/Certification:
- Bar License - MA or NC
Work Location: Multiple locations
