Family and Removal Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A reputable law firm specializing in immigration, family, and criminal law is seeking a full-time, in-person Family & Removal Immigration Associate to join its Boston, MA office. The role involves handling removal proceedings, family-based immigration cases, and humanitarian applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in immigration law and a passion for advocating on behalf of clients in complex legal matters.

Location:

• Boston, MA

Duties:

• Prepare and submit affirmative applications to USCIS, CBP, and DOS for family and humanitarian cases.
• Represent clients in removal proceedings before immigration courts.
• Advocate for clients in family courts, handling family-based immigration matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, motions, and briefs for EOIR, BIA, and federal courts.
• Assist in federal immigration cases and litigation.
• Draft legal documents and motions to support immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of experience in immigration law, particularly in removal and family immigration cases.
• Active Massachusetts Bar membership or eligibility to waive into the Massachusetts Bar.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing, with a strong focus on immigration law.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts or eligibility to waive into the Massachusetts Bar.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail in drafting briefs, memoranda, and legal motions.
• Proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese (required).
• Excellent advocacy skills, with experience representing clients in immigration and family courts.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and legal teams.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to practice complex immigration law at a high level of excellence.
• Collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Attorneys at this firm exclusively focus on immigration, criminal law, and family law. The firm is located in Massachusetts.