Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:

A respected law firm in San Jose, California is seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Immigration Attorney to join its growing immigration practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed attorney to build a career within a dynamic legal environment focused on removal defense, USCIS representation, and family-based immigration matters. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, engage in client representation before immigration courts and federal agencies, and collaborate closely with a supportive legal team.

Location:

• San Jose, California

Duties:

• Represent clients (detained and non-detained) in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals

• Prepare and review diverse immigration applications including family-based petitions, asylum, humanitarian relief, and naturalization

• Conduct legal intakes with detained individuals and assess eligibility for relief

• Draft and submit motions such as Motions to Recalendar, Change Venue, Terminate, Withdraw, and Consolidate

• Coordinate with DHS regarding joint motions as appropriate

• Develop legal strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for USCIS interviews and court testimony

• Conduct consultations with prospective clients and advise on potential legal remedies

• Maintain communication with clients and monitor case deadlines

• Work with law enforcement and community partners on immigration law developments

• Utilize case management software for efficient case tracking and documentation

Requirements:

• 1–4 years of experience in immigration law

• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload

• Experience handling EOIR matters, detained cases, and USCIS applications

• Familiarity with family-based immigration and humanitarian petitions

• Experience using legal case management systems (preferred)

• Must be a collaborative team player with a proactive and solutions-driven approach

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with a U.S. state bar

• California Bar admission preferred or eligibility to waive in

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal advocacy skills

• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities

• High-level interpersonal communication and client engagement skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

• Detail-oriented with strong time-management and organizational skills

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Complimentary parking

• Catered lunches and wellness-focused perks

• Support for continuing legal education (CLE) and bar dues

• Career development and growth opportunities in a collaborative legal environment

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in the fields of immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer and dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.