Immigration Attorney

Job Overview
A reputable U.S.-based immigration law firm is seeking a Remote Immigration Attorney licensed to practice in Puerto Rico. This position is an excellent opportunity for a committed and detail-oriented legal professional to advance their career while working remotely. The attorney will manage a full caseload involving detained and non-detained immigration matters and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal support professionals. This is a high-growth opportunity with meaningful client engagement and strong support from a well-established legal team.

Location

• San Juan, PR.

Duties

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

• Conduct legal consultations and explain immigration concepts and strategic options to clients

• Prepare and submit immigration applications, including family-based petitions and removal defense filings

• Conduct intake interviews, including with detained individuals at immigration detention centers

• Review and revise USCIS applications and supporting documentation

• Develop legal strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for USCIS interviews and court hearings

• Draft and submit legal briefs, motions, and filings for EOIR and USCIS cases

• Stay up to date on changes in immigration law and regulations

• Collaborate with prosecutors, law enforcement, and community-based organizations on immigration-related matters

• Coordinate with legal assistants and team members to ensure timely and accurate case handling

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in immigration law

• Demonstrated success managing both detained and non-detained immigration cases

• Familiarity with EOIR, USCIS, family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, and citizenship applications

• Licensed to practice law in Puerto Rico (required)

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

• Experience using case management software (preferred)

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines across multiple cases

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Puerto Rico

Skills

• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy

• Strong interpersonal and client communication abilities

• High-level legal research and analytical skills

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with a legal team

• Commitment to client advocacy and ethical practice

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Opportunities for career development and mentorship

• Supportive and inclusive remote work culture

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 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 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.