Family Immigration Attorney (Hybrid)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Family Immigration Attorney for a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in removal defense and family-based immigration, with a commitment to making a significant impact in clients' lives.

Duties

• Represent clients in removal proceedings and family-based immigration matters.
• Develop case strategies and draft motions, briefs, and filings.
• Provide clear, compassionate counsel to clients navigating high-stakes immigration issues.
• Lead and supervise a team of paralegals and legal support staff.
• Collaborate with a high-performing, mission-driven legal team.

Requirements

• 3-7+ years of experience in removal defense and family-based immigration law.
• Active Georgia Bar license (or eligible to waive in; other state licenses considered).
• Fluent in Spanish (required).
• Proven ability to supervise paralegals and manage an independent caseload.
• Experience with KPI and metric-based attorney evaluations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and legal writing skills.
• Ability to build strong rapport with clients and communicate with clarity and empathy.
• Genuine passion for advocating for immigrants and guiding them through difficult challenges.
• High-level interpersonal and organizational skills, with excellent research and writing ability.
• Working knowledge of immigration case management systems and strong tech skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Georgia Bar license (or eligible to waive in; other state licenses considered).

Skills

• Fluency in Spanish.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills.
• Proficiency in immigration case management systems.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and PTO: 15 days annually, plus 1 additional day each year of service (up to 5 extra days max).
• 13 federal holidays.
• Health insurance.
• Simple IRA with employer match.

Specializing in immigration law, this law firm offers the most effective strategies to achieve the best results. Their areas of practice include criminal law and family law. Their offices are located in Alabama and Georgia.