Immigration Attorney - EOIR

Job Overview
A leading law firm in Phoenix, AZ is currently seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney with a focus on EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review) matters. This role is ideal for a passionate and driven attorney looking to deepen their litigation skills while advocating for clients in removal proceedings. The position offers significant opportunities for professional development and collaboration within a knowledgeable and supportive legal team.

Location

• Phoenix, Arizona

Duties

• Provide legal representation for both detained and non-detained individuals in immigration court and before the Board of Immigration Appeals

• Manage a diverse caseload with autonomy and efficiency

• Conduct intake and client interviews, including visits to detention centers

• Prepare and review a wide variety of immigration applications, including family-based petitions and removal defense

• Adjust and finalize application packets for submission

• Deliver presentations and engage with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations regarding immigration law updates

• Conduct consultations with prospective clients and advise on legal strategy

• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings and USCIS interviews

• Perform legal research and draft legal briefs and other written advocacy

• Collaborate with internal teams including attorneys and legal assistants

Requirements

• 1 to 5 years of experience in immigration law, specifically EOIR matters

• Demonstrated ability to manage and advance legal cases independently

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-centered approach

• Strong collaboration and team-based work ethic

• Experience handling family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, EOIR cases, detained clients, citizenship, and USCIS matters

• Proficiency with legal case management software preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in any U.S. state in good standing

Skills

• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presence

• Strategic legal analysis and case planning

• Drafting and editing legal documents and briefs

• Bilingual communication (English/Spanish) is a plus

• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal filings

• Client interviewing and counseling

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Paid parking

• Catered lunches

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm