Immigration Law Clerk

Who we are :

GF Immigration Law - Abogada Julia (GFI) is one of the largest humanitarian immigration law firms focusing predominantly in fighting for undocumented human trafficking victims in aiding them to obtain legal status in the US.

Mission driven and with a client-centered approach, GFI deploys cutting-edge technology with highly specialized legal skills, and a proprietary method to enable clients to obtain their legal status and pave a path to legal residency. As a fast-growing company, representing thousands of clients throughout the country, GFI continues its growth with the goal of making a difference for those that are exploited.

Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Immigration Law Clerk to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to draft and write legal briefs in response to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of immigration law, excellent research and writing skills, and a passion for advocating on behalf of human trafficking victims.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting Legal Briefs: Prepare comprehensive and persuasive legal briefs in response to RFEs issued by USCIS, ensuring all arguments are well-supported by relevant facts and legal precedents.


• Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research to support the arguments presented in the legal briefs, including case law, statutes, regulations, and policy memoranda.


• Document Review: Analyze and review client documentation and case files to identify key information and supporting evidence necessary for responding to RFEs.


• Time Management: Ensure timely and accurate submission of the Brief for review by the attorney prior submission to USCIS.


• Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys and other legal team members to gather necessary information, discuss case strategies, and ensure the quality of legal documents. 

Skills and Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or Master of Laws (LLM) from an accredited law school.


• 1-2 years of experience responding to RFEs or working in a law firm specializing in immigration law.


• Strong legal research and writing skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Demonstrates a high level of accountability, ensuring responsibilities and deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality work.


• Ability to work in a target/goal-driven environment with weekly targets.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw). 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and manage multiple cases efficiently.


• Strong communication skills, with fluency in both English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking).


• Proficiency in legal research tools, case management software, and general computer applications.

Application Materials Required: Writing sample, preferably a legal brief (personal information may be redacted).

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Location: In office - Waterford District

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health, Gap, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term and Long Term Insurances.


• 401(k) plan with 6% company match.


• Generous Paid Time Off policy plus additional Rewarded Time Off


• WFH Option


• Flexible start times with options between 8:00am and 10:00am.

Join GF Immigration Law - Abogada Julia and be part of a growing team dedicated to significantly impacting the lives of those seeking our help. Together, we can continue to grow and serve our community with commitment, accountability, passion, respect, integrity, and impact.