Immigration Attorney

Job Overview
A distinguished law firm in San Jose, CA is seeking a qualified Associate Immigration Attorney to join its growing legal team. This role provides an outstanding opportunity for a mid-level attorney to work on a variety of complex immigration matters, including removal defense and family-based immigration cases. The position is ideal for someone passionate about immigration law, courtroom advocacy, and client representation, with strong potential for long-term growth within a collaborative legal environment.

Location

• San Jose, California

Duties

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

• Conduct legal intakes with detained individuals at detention centers

• Prepare and submit a wide range of immigration applications including family-based petitions and removal defense filings

• Review and revise USCIS application packets to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Draft legal briefs, motions, and supporting documentation

• Develop case strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony

• Conduct consultations and advise clients on legal options and benefits

• Maintain ongoing communication with clients throughout their case

• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial agencies, and community-based organizations on immigration-related issues

• Manage an active caseload while coordinating with legal assistants and paralegals

Requirements

• 1 to 4 years of experience practicing immigration law

• Demonstrated ability to manage a varied caseload efficiently and independently

• Experience in removal defense, EOIR, USCIS applications, and family-based immigration

• Strong interpersonal skills and client-centered approach

• Willingness to work as part of a legal team in a collaborative setting

• Familiarity with case management software preferred

• Bilingual (English/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 legal research and analytical abilities

• Oral and written advocacy

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving

• Legal writing (briefs, motions, client statements)

• Case and deadline management

• Spanish fluency is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Complimentary parking

• Catered lunches and firm-sponsored perks

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

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.