Immigration Attorney

Job Title: Bilingual Immigration Attorney

Location: Orlando, Florida

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 (based on experience) Performance Bonuses

Practice Areas: Immigration Consultations, Immigration Court and USCIS

About Us:
Position Overview

The Arroyo Law Firm is seeking a motivated Bilingual Immigration Attorney to join our growing immigration practice.

This position is ideal for an attorney who has a foundation in immigration law and is looking for an opportunity to continue learning, develop practical experience, and grow within a collaborative law firm environment.

The attorney's primary responsibilities will include conducting immigration consultations, evaluating prospective clients, handling USCIS matters, and assisting with a variety of family-based and humanitarian immigration cases. The attorney will also have opportunities to represent clients before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), including Master Calendar Hearings, Bond Hearings, motions, and other removal defense matters based on experience and training.

Depending on the attorney's background and interests, the position may also include exposure to consular processing, waivers, humanitarian relief, and visa matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for an immigration attorney who wants to build a well-rounded immigration practice while working alongside an experienced and supportive legal team.

As the attorney develops, there will be opportunities to take on greater responsibility, expand courtroom experience, manage more complex cases, and grow professionally within the firm's immigration department.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct immigration consultations with prospective and existing clients.
• Review client histories and immigration records to identify potential forms of relief and appropriate legal strategies.
• Screen prospective client intakes and determine potential eligibility for immigration benefits or relief.
• Handle USCIS matters, including family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, waivers, employment authorization, and other immigration applications.
• Prepare and review immigration applications, petitions, supporting documentation, legal arguments, and responses to agency requests.
• Assist with consular processing and visa-related matters based on experience and training.
• Represent clients before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), including Master Calendar Hearings, Bond Hearings, motions, and other removal proceedings as appropriate.
• Assist with asylum, cancellation of removal, voluntary departure, and other forms of relief in Immigration Court.
• Prepare and file motions, briefs, and applications before Immigration Court and USCIS.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case strategy, case status, upcoming hearings, appointments, and required documentation.
• Consult with detained clients and families regarding immigration options and potential eligibility for immigration bond.
• Work with the firm's criminal defense attorneys when immigration and criminal matters overlap, including cases involving ICE detainers and potential immigration consequences of criminal charges.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure deadlines, filings, hearings, and client communications are properly documented.
• Stay current on developments in immigration law, USCIS policies, EOIR procedures, and agency guidance.
• Work closely with paralegals and support staff to ensure cases are prepared accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with developing procedures and best practices as the firm's immigration practice continues to grow.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in any U.S. state or territory.
• 1 year of Immigration law experience required; however, junior attorneys with relevant immigration experience, internships, clinical experience, or a demonstrated commitment to immigration law are encouraged to apply.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Familiarity with USCIS filings and family-based immigration matters preferred.
• Exposure to Immigration Court or removal defense is preferred but not required.
• Experience conducting immigration consultations or client intake is a plus.
• Familiarity with asylum, adjustment of status, waivers, consular processing, humanitarian relief, or visa matters is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn quickly, accept feedback, and work collaboratively within a team.
• Genuine interest in developing a long-term career in immigration law.

We Are Looking for Someone Who Is

• Passionate about immigration law and serving immigrant communities.
• Comfortable speaking with prospective clients and conducting consultations.
• Personable, compassionate, and professional with clients.
• Eager to learn and receptive to mentorship and feedback.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Able to identify issues, ask questions, and think critically about potential immigration options.
• Comfortable taking initiative while also knowing when to seek guidance.
• Interested in developing both USCIS and Immigration Court experience.
• Excited to grow professionally as our immigration practice continues to expand.
• Looking for a long-term opportunity to develop into a well-rounded immigration attorney.

Why Join The Arroyo Law Firm?

• Competitive salary: $85,000–$100,000, based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and advancement
• Hands-on experience with a broad range of immigration matters
• Opportunity to develop both USCIS and Immigration Court experience
• Significant client interaction and consultation experience
• Exposure to family-based immigration, removal defense, humanitarian matters, consular processing, and potentially visa matters
• Opportunity to work alongside criminal defense attorneys on matters involving the intersection of criminal and immigration law
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding immigration practice

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample (preferred)

In your cover letter, please tell us why you are interested in immigration law, describe any immigration matters you have handled or been exposed to, and tell us what areas of immigration law you are most interested in developing.

A writing sample is preferred but not required.

The Arroyo Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Orlando, FL 32801

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $100,000