Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Attorney to join our legal team. The Removal Attorney will represent clients in removal proceedings and related immigration matters before the Immigration Court, Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and relevant U.S. immigration agencies. The role requires managing a full caseload, maintaining direct client contact, and collaborating with the legal team to develop strategic, compassionate, and culturally sensitive legal representation. Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential.

Top Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Analyze complex legal issues and develop defense strategies tailored to individual cases.
• Identify avenues for relief and stay of removal based on immigration and criminal law intersections.
• Conduct thorough legal research on immigration statutes, regulations, case law, and evolving policies.
• Draft legal briefs, motions, affidavits, and supporting documents for submission to immigration court, BIA, and other immigration agencies.
• Present legal arguments, evidence, and witness testimony in support of relief from removal.
• Advocate for various forms of relief including asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, and waivers.
• Meet clients at various detention centers for case strategy assessment and or client testimony questioning.
• Represent clients before ICE, USCIS, EOIR, and BIA in person or via video
• Represent clients during USCIS interviews, as needed.
• Monitor clients’ status and maintain clear, empathetic communication with clients.

• Education: Legal degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience in immigration law, with a strong focus on removal defense.
• Skills: Full professional fluency in Spanish and English (spoken and written), Strong legal writing and oral advocacy; experience with EOIR systems and USCIS processes; excellent organizational skills.
• Certifications: Must be licensed to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction and good standing (The Bar).

About JAMES IMMIGRATION LAW PA

At James Immigration Law , we are committed to providing honest and knowledgeable legal advice on all matters relating to or related to immigration in the United States. We are focused on keeping families together and fighting for our clients' rights. To support this mission, we frequently participate in community outreach programs, such as speaking events where we provide information to the local Hispanic community on common immigration questions and concerns. Vision Our vision is to change the world by empowering immigrants to share their stories. Mission Provide a platform for immigrants to tell their stories, support them in obtaining the legal protections they deserve, and advocate for their rights in the United States.

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