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Lively Law Firm
Laura Stout, HR
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Email: Laura@stouthr.com | https://www.livelylawfirm.com/
Send application materials to: Laura Stout
Recruiting for office(s) in: Charlotte, North Carolina
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Trial Attorney
Lively Law Firm is currently expanding our team with an innovative and eager Bilingual Trial Attorney to operate from our offices in Charlotte, NC. You’ll be at the forefront of deportation defense, appellate practice, and federal litigation, working diligently to secure justice for our clients. Training in immigration law will be provided, and experience is preferred but not required.
In this role, expect to appear in court up to 3x a week and be awarded flexibility to work from home after successful onboarding.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the charge in court for various hearings and USCIS appearances.
Prepare clients and witnesses for trial.
Craft powerful legal briefs, motions, and EOIR filings.
Collaborate with our team to uphold high-quality legal services.
Implement legal strategies created by your managing attorney with precision.
Offer insightful consultations and supervise legal assistants effectively.
Maintain and manage an active caseload, working in tandem with our staff attorneys.
Stay updated on immigration law and serve as a subject matter expert.
Innovate and refine legal processes to enhance outcomes and efficiency.
Other duties, as assigned.
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 31 May 2024
- Anticipated start date:
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé
Hiring criteria
A Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution and a good-standing member of the state bar.
Fluent in Spanish; excellent (bi-lingual) written and verbal communication
We welcome all levels of experience
You’ll be an advocate for inclusivity with clients and in the workplace who celebrates diversity in all its forms.
Live local to the Charlotte area.
Ability to handle a (+20) caseload monthly and consistently meet deadlines.
A commitment to Lively Law Firm’s empathy, bravery, and excellence core values.
Agile and adaptable to shifting priorities.