Immigration Attorney (Removal Defense, Asylum)

Jobot; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Miami, FL is seeking an immigration attorney with a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and active Florida Bar license. Candidates should have at least 2 years of hands-on immigration law experience and be comfortable handling a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced, client-focused firm.

Strong bilingual abilities (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Portuguese) and excellent client communication are highly valued as we serve diverse immigrant communities in South Florida.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Florida, in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Minimum 2+ years of hands on experience in immigration law (removal defense, family based petitions, asylum, or humanitarian relief preferred).
• Working knowledge of USCIS, EOIR, and immigration court procedures.
• Bilingual proficiency strongly preferred (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Portuguese).
• Strong client communication skills, with experience serving diverse, often first generation immigrant communities.
• Ability to manage a high volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail and client care.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, small firm environment with direct client contact from day one.

Skills

Immigration law

Client communication

Bilingual

Job description

A bit about us:

This company is an established, multi-practice law firm based in Miami, Florida, with more than two decades serving the local community. The firm has built its reputation on affordable, accessible legal representation across immigration, criminal defense, personal injury, and traffic matters.

Collectively, the attorney team brings over a century of combined legal experience, and the firm maintains a strong track record of client satisfaction backed by thousands of positive reviews. This company operates as a tight knit, client focused practice where attorneys work closely with a broad base of Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese speaking clients in South Florida.

Why join us:

Attorneys at this company get the best of both worlds: the resources and case volume of a well established firm, paired with the autonomy and client relationships typical of a boutique practice. This is a firm where your work directly and visibly changes outcomes for real families and individuals navigating high stakes immigration matters. The firm invests in bilingual and multicultural client service, so your legal skills will be put to use in a community where the need is significant and the impact is immediate.

Leadership has a long tenure in the local legal market, offering mentorship and courtroom experience that's hard to find at larger, more bureaucratic firms. Compensation is competitive with the South Florida immigration law market, and the firm offers a genuine path to case ownership and professional growth rather than years spent purely in a support role.

Job Details

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Florida, in good standing with the Florida Bar
• Minimum 2+ years of hands on experience in immigration law (removal defense, family based petitions, asylum, or humanitarian relief preferred)
• Working knowledge of USCIS, EOIR, and immigration court procedures
• Bilingual proficiency strongly preferred (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Portuguese)
• Strong client communication skills, with experience serving diverse, often first generation immigrant communities
• Ability to manage a high volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail and client care
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, small firm environment with direct client contact from day one

Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

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