Immigration Attorney - Crimmigration and Removal Defense

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Immigration Attorney for a full-time, on-site role in Miami, FL. The ideal candidate will be passionate about immigration law and eager to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives while working in a collaborative environment.

Duties

• Represent clients in removal proceedings and USCIS interviews.
• Conduct bond hearings in Immigration Court.
• Handle removal proceedings, including waivers for crimes, EOIR 42A and B, and I-601 waivers.
• Draft motions to terminate and motions for administrative closure.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Manage diverse immigration cases from family-based residencies to naturalization.
• Maintain organized case files and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients about case progress and developments.

Requirements

• Experience in immigration issues and immigration law.
• Experience in court and USCIS proceedings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in Spanish is a must; Portuguese is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member in good standing of the state bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, service-oriented environment.
• Mentorship and training in immigration law, specifically deportation defense.
• Direct client interaction and case ownership.
• Professional growth in a firm that values both excellence and empathy.
• Some CLE reimbursement and FL Bar dues paid.