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Associate Attorney (Entry-Level) - Immigration
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Firm: The Law Office of Theodore A. Maloney, PLLC
Position Overview
The Law Office of Theodore A. Maloney, PLLC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level Associate Attorney to join our growing legal team. This position is ideal for a newly licensed attorney or recent graduate awaiting bar results who is interested in developing a career in immigration law, with opportunities for exposure to criminal defense, family law, and personal injury matters.
This role offers hands-on training, direct client interaction, and courtroom experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment serving a predominantly Spanish-speaking client base. We are currently looking for someone to support our current attorneys with existing case load so it will be an excellent opportunity to get experience for a new attorney.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and filing of immigration applications and petitions, including but not limited to:
- Family-based petitions
- Adjustment of status
- Removal defense filings
- Work permits and related applications
- Draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda for immigration court and USCIS matters
- Communicate with clients to gather documents and explain case processes
- Appear at immigration court hearings (EOIR) and USCIS interviews (as permitted based on experience)
- Support attorneys in criminal, family, and personal injury cases as needed
- Maintain accurate case files and update case management systems (Clio experience is a plus)
- Conduct legal research and stay current on changes in immigration law
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Licensed in North Carolina or awaiting bar results (required)
- Strong interest in immigration law and public-facing legal work
- Excellent writing, organization, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Spanish fluency or proficiency a plus.
What We Offer
- Training and mentorship for new attorneys
- Early responsibility and meaningful courtroom exposure
- Opportunity to work across multiple practice areas
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Matching 401K after first year
- Health Insurance eligible after 90 Days
- Paid Time Off after 60 Days.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Eager to learn and take initiative
- Comfortable working directly with clients from diverse backgrounds
- Organized and able to manage a high-volume caseload
- Interested in long-term growth within the firm
