Bilingual Mandarin-English Removal Defense Attorney

Law-Offices-of-Sabrina-Li; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

HSA options

Paid time off

Job summary

The Law Offices of Sabrina Li, P.C. seeks a Mandarin-English bilingual immigration attorney with removal defense experience to join our team in Southern California. This role emphasizes immigration court litigation, including hearings, motions, and appeals, while expanding into federal practice.

You will own cases, mentor junior staff, and contribute to a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment with strong client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and an active U.S. bar license are required.
• Minimum 2 years of immigration law experience.
• Minimum 1+ years of removal defense experience.
• Experience handling Master Calendar and Individual Hearings independently.
• Ability to read and write sophisticated legal analysis in Mandarin and English.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court (Master Calendar and Individual Hearings).
• Draft and litigate motions to reopen, reconsider, terminate, and other post-order relief.
• Prepare and file appeals and briefs before the BIA.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Analyze records, including FOIA responses, to support case development.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings.
• Appear at USCIS interviews and related proceedings.
• Oversee case preparation and workflow, ensuring deadlines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient case management and strong client service.

Skills

Mandarin (required)

Bilingual English

Leadership & Ownership

Legal research & writing

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active U.S. bar license

Job description

The Law Offices of Sabrina Li, P.C. seeks a Mandarin-English bilingual immigration attorney with removal defense experience to join our team in Southern California. This role emphasizes immigration court litigation, including hearings, motions, and appeals, while expanding into federal practice.

You will own cases, mentor junior staff, and contribute to a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment with strong client service.