What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Attorney (Immigration) position at Vrapi Weeks, P.A.?
Job Description
Job Description
THE POSITION
We represent many clients in family and humanitarian immigration cases such as petitioning for loved ones or applying for visas for victims of crime. This position will be a part of the family- and humanitarian-based immigration team working alongside other experienced attorneys and paralegals / legal assistants. This position will not handle removal defense.
We are hiring for a full time Associate Attorney to work in either our Albuquerque or Santa Fe office.
THE FIRM
Vrapi Weeks is the leading immigration law firm in New Mexico with offices in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We offer high quality service and enjoy an excellent reputation among clients, colleagues, and the community. For more on our core values : http : / / www.vrapiweeks.com
We have been voted as a "Best Places to Work"
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is someone who :
- Loves crossing tasks off a list and gets joy in getting projects across the finish line
- Enjoys helping and encouraging others in their tasks, projects, and ideas
- Is a natural in exercising good judgment and evaluating ideas and decisions
- Has excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Cares about the communities we serve
- Is fluent in Spanish
Mission of the Position
Take charge of family- and humanitarian-based immigration caseload with efficiency and quality in a team comprised of other attorneys and paralegals.
Outcomes
Within the first 6 months on the job :
Within 1 year on the job :
Competencies
Location
Albuquerque or Santa Fe, NM.
Full Time
The position is full time, Monday-Friday. This is not a remote position.
Education
JD required. We will consider 3rd year law students.
License
License to practice law in any jurisdiction in the U.S. or ability to take the bar exam in the immediate future.
Experience
No prior legal experience required. Will consider recent graduates and 3rd year law students graduating soon.
NOTES :
We will assist with relocation costs.
Additional Compensation Information : Our philosophy is to hire the best people and pay at the top of the market, including a full benefits package (health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flex paid time off, maternity / paternity leave, and more). Initial compensation is dependent on experience and education. Advancements and raises are based on productivity and performance in addition to cost of living adjustments.
Company Description
We have been awarded "Best Places to Work" in Albuquerque : https : / / bizj.us / 1qfuy9
Vrapi Weeks is the leading immigration law firm in New Mexico with offices in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We offer high quality service and enjoy an excellent reputation among clients, colleagues, and the community. For more on our core values : http : / / www.vrapiweeks.com
Company Description
We have been awarded "Best Places to Work" in Albuquerque : https : / / bizj.us / 1qfuy9 Vrapi Weeks is the leading immigration law firm in New Mexico with offices in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. We offer high quality service and enjoy an excellent reputation among clients, colleagues, and the community. For more on our core values : http : / / www.vrapiweeks.com
