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Experienced Immigration Attorney
Location: New York, NY (In-Person)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $100,000–$140,000 per year (Based on experience) Performance Bonus
About Us
We are a well-established and growing immigration law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals and families throughout the United States. Our practice focuses on family-based immigration, removal defense, asylum, waivers, and humanitarian immigration matters. We are seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney who is passionate about advocating for immigrants and committed to delivering outstanding legal services.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team with an established client base, meaningful casework, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Manage a full caseload of immigration matters from initial consultation through final resolution.
- Represent clients before USCIS, EOIR (Immigration Court), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and other government agencies as needed.
- Prepare and review family-based immigration petitions and applications, including I-130, I-485, N-400, I-751, I-765, and I-131.
- Prepare and oversee complex waiver applications, including I-601, I-601A, and I-212.
- Handle affirmative and defensive asylum cases and other humanitarian immigration matters.
- Represent clients in removal proceedings, bond hearings, master calendar hearings, and individual hearings.
- Draft motions, legal briefs, responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and appellate filings.
- Conduct legal research and develop effective case strategies.
- Supervise and mentor paralegals and legal assistants.
- Maintain regular communication with clients and provide exceptional client service.
- Stay informed of changes in immigration laws, regulations, and agency policies.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active license and good standing with any U.S. State Bar (New York Bar admission preferred but not required).
- Minimum 3–5 years of immigration law experience required.
- Strong experience handling:
- Family-Based Immigration
- Adjustment of Status
- Consular Processing
- Removal Defense
- Asylum
- Cancellation of Removal
- Waivers (I-601, I-601A, I-212)
- Naturalization
- Experience appearing before Immigration Court (EOIR) and USCIS.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong commitment to client advocacy and compassionate legal representation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Health insurance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities for advancement within a growing firm.
Why Join Our Team?
Our firm is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of immigrants and their families. We value integrity, teamwork, and excellence in legal advocacy. If you are an experienced immigration attorney looking to join a dynamic and growing practice where your work has a direct impact on clients' lives, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- Resume
- Writing Sample (preferred)
- Professional References
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000