Removal Defense Immigration Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Removal Defense Immigration Attorney located in San Francisco. This firm is known for its commitment to immigrants' rights and civil rights, representing clients in a wide range of immigration matters. The attorney will handle a variety of immigration cases, including deportation defense, asylum, family-based immigration, and federal litigation. This hybrid role offers an opportunity to work on impactful cases while collaborating with a team of experienced attorneys and staff.

Location:

• San Francisco, California

Duties:

• Manage a caseload that includes removal defense, federal court litigation, asylum, family-based immigration, naturalization, and other immigration matters.
• Appear in various legal forums, including Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, USCIS, ICE, CBP, and federal courts.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff on complex immigration cases and litigation.
• Engage in pro bono litigation and advocacy efforts to advance immigrants' rights.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare legal briefs.
• Represent clients in both district and appellate courts, advocating for favorable outcomes.
• Work on cases involving the intersection of criminal and immigration law.
• Maintain regular in-person collaboration with colleagues in a hybrid work environment.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience as an immigration attorney.
• Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Experience handling complex immigration cases, including deportation defense.
• Bilingual ability required (Spanish strongly preferred; other languages considered).
• Interest in working in a fast-paced, energetic environment focused on immigrant rights and civil rights advocacy.
• Admission to a State Bar (California preferred).

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in a State Bar (California Bar preferred).

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload in a high-pressure environment.
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish strongly preferred).
• Passion for immigrant rights, civil rights, and public interest law.

Benefits:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% coverage).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Wellness reimbursement program.

This California law firm was founded over three decades ago and specializes in immigration and national law. Their areas practice include temporary visas, asylum, temporary protected status, citizenship, naturalization, labor certification, permanent resident family visas, and county-specific immigration. Their offices are located in Palo Alto and San Francisco.