Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Overview
A respected immigration law firm in San Jose, California, is seeking a Senior Immigration Attorney to join its established and expanding legal team. This position offers a meaningful opportunity for an experienced attorney to lead complex immigration cases, including detained and non-detained proceedings, while working closely with clients and a collaborative legal support staff. The firm values professionalism, strategic thinking, and a client-centered approach, providing an ideal environment for long-term career growth.

Location

• San Jose, CA

Duties

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals

• Explain immigration processes and present strategic legal solutions tailored to each client

• Manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload with varied case types

• Conduct intake interviews, including visits to detention facilities

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

• Draft and file legal briefs, motions, and supporting documentation

• Provide legal analysis to determine case eligibility and potential benefits

• Meet with clients to develop legal strategies and prepare them for USCIS interviews and court hearings

• Collaborate with community-based organizations, law enforcement, and prosecutors regarding immigration-related issues

• Supervise and work alongside other attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience practicing immigration law

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex immigration cases from start to finish

• Experience with EOIR, USCIS, family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, citizenship, and detained matters

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred but not required)

• Experience with immigration case management software (preferred)

• Proven success in developing legal strategies and advancing client cases

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills

• Strong interpersonal communication and client-relations skills

• Detail-oriented with exceptional time management abilities

• Legal research and strategic problem-solving skills

• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Complimentary parking

• Catered lunches

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

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.