Job Description
*Company Overview *
At Bibiyan Law Group, we are dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of employees across California. Our team of experienced employment attorneys advocates for individuals facing workplace injustices, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes.
*Position Overview*
The EOIR Immigration Attorney is responsible for representing clients in all matters before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). This includes hearings, filings, motions, written briefs, and EOIR-27/28 appearances. The ideal candidate must already have an active ECAS account, be fully familiar with EOIR procedures, and be willing to sign all petitions, motions, filings, and appear at hearings. This role also includes reviewing and approving all client intakes and determining the type of immigration process each client qualifies for.
*Key Responsibilities:*
Client Representation
* Represent clients at Master Calendar Hearings (MCH) and Individual Hearings (IH).
* Prepare and file all motions, briefs, responses, and supporting documents with EOIR through ECAS.
* Sign and submit all legal filings, including EOIR-27/28, Motions to Reopen/Reconsider, I-589, I-485, I-130, I-912, I-765 (when relevant to court matters), Bond motions, and all evidence packets and declarations.
* Conduct legal research and develop tailored case strategies.
Case Management & Intake Approval
* Review and approve all completed client intakes submitted by staff.
* Determine the proper legal process and type of relief each client qualifies for (e.g., asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, voluntary departure, waivers, etc.).
* Collaborate closely with case managers and paralegals to prepare evidence, filings, and court submissions.
* Ensure all EOIR and BIA deadlines are met and filings comply with procedural rules.
* Provide ongoing guidance to the case management team regarding case theory, required evidence, and next steps.
ECAS & EOIR Compliance
* Maintain an active ECAS account and ensure proper electronic filing.
* Enter appearances on all assigned matters.
* Review court notices, hearing updates, judge orders, and ECAS uploads.
* Ensure all filings are properly acknowledged and time-stamped by EOIR.
Communication
* Participate in internal legal strategy meetings.
* Communicate case status and court updates to clients, case managers, and firm leadership.
* Provide expert legal advice on asylum, cancellation of removal, waivers, motions, appeals, and other relief options.
*Additional Expectations*
* Sign Retainers.
* Willing to sign all petitions, motions, and EOIR filings prepared by the team.
* Willing to appear at all scheduled EOIR hearings, virtual or in-person.
* Commitment to a trauma-informed, ethical, client-centered practice.
* High professionalism and reliability.
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*Required Qualifications*
* J.D. and active license to practice law in any U.S. state (in good standing).
* Existing ECAS registration required.
* Strong legal writing, analysis, and courtroom advocacy skills.
* Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
*Preferred Qualifications*
* Minimum 1 year of immigration court experience preferred.
* English/Spanish bilingual preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90024
Job Tags
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