EOIR Immigration Attorney

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Catered lunches

401k plan

Paid time off

Paid parking

Job summary

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney - EOIR to join their dedicated team. This role offers a significant opportunity for professional growth within a premier law firm. You will manage your caseload, represent clients before the Immigration Court, and collaborate with a skilled team of attorneys.

Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years of Immigration Law experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and preferably be bilingual in English and Spanish. This position features a competitive salary range, comprehensive benefits, and a welcoming, diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of Immigration Law Experience.
• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward.

Responsibilities

• Explain immigration concepts and provide strategic solutions.
• Manage workload of cases and conduct intake with detained individuals.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Skills

Immigration Law Experience

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Case Management Software

Job description

At The United Firm, we’re passionate about protecting our clients’ rights, and it shows in our results. We have a history of success built on lasting relationships that produce outstanding value for our clients. We’re looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Immigration Attorney - EOIR position within a premier law firm with a lot of room for growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated EOIR Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm. As the EOIR Attorney, you will report to the Sr. Associate Attorney, manage your caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with our Immigration Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals
• Manage workload of cases
• Visit and conduct an intake with detained individuals at centers
• Prepare diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family‑based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments
• Present to and work with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community‑based organizations on changes in immigration law
• Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and determine necessary strategy
• Develop strategy and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of Immigration Law Experience
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates
• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
• Record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
• Experience with Family‑Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Pay Range: $75,000 to $115,000 annual salary

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Catered lunches
• Excellent compensation package
• 401k plan
• Paid parking
• Paid time off
• Additional benefits as part of our comprehensive package

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.