Immigration Attorney (Spanish-speaking)

Gillin Law Group; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office space

Support staff

Marketing and client intake

Case management software

Technology and admin support

Malpractice insurance

Mentorship and collaboration

Health insurance

Job summary

Gillin Law Group, a growing immigration firm in Lynnwood, WA, seeks a Spanish-speaking immigration attorney to manage a caseload, develop legal strategies, and represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, and federal courts. The role offers autonomy, growth opportunities, and a compensation structure tied to attorney fees originated and handled.

The ideal candidate has an active U.S. license, strong Spanish and English skills, and immigration law experience.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Excellent spoken and written Spanish and English.
• Immigration law experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with USCIS, EOIR, and/or Immigration Court matters preferred.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Professional, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Genuine respect for immigrants from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations with prospective clients.
• Represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, and other immigration agencies.
• Prepare and review immigration applications, petitions, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Develop legal strategies for complex immigration matters.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case progress.
• Attend hearings, interviews, and other immigration proceedings.
• Maintain accurate case notes and billing records.
• Build strong client relationships through excellent communication and service.
• Participate in firm meetings and continuing legal education.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Immigration law experience

Legal writing and analysis

Excellent communication

Organization & time management

Client relation skills

Proactive & self-motivated

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bar license

Job description

Gillin Law Group is a growing immigration law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation with compassion, integrity, and professionalism. We represent individuals and families in a wide variety of immigration matters, including family-based immigration, removal defense, waivers, naturalization, humanitarian relief, and federal litigation.

We believe our clients deserve attorneys who are knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely care about helping immigrants navigate one of the most important experiences of their lives.

We are looking for a Spanish-speaking Immigration Attorney who shares those values and wants to build a long-term career with our firm.

About the Position

This attorney will manage their own caseload while working collaboratively with our experienced legal team. The ideal candidate is comfortable meeting with clients, developing legal strategies, preparing filings, and representing clients before the immigration agencies (USCIS, U.S. State Department, and the Immigration Court), and the Federal District Court.

The position offers significant autonomy, opportunities for professional growth, and a compensation structure that rewards productivity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations with prospective clients
• Represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, and other immigration agencies
• Prepare and review immigration applications, petitions, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
• Develop legal strategies for complex immigration matters
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case progress
• Attend hearings, interviews, and other immigration proceedings
• Maintain accurate case notes and billing records
• Build strong client relationships through excellent communication and service
• Participate in firm meetings and continuing legal education

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Excellent spoken and written Spanish and English
• Immigration law experience strongly preferred
• Experience with USCIS, U.S. State Department, and/or Immigration Court matters preferred
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Professional, dependable, and self-motivated
• A genuine respect for immigrants from all backgrounds

The Right Person

We are looking for someone who:

• Treats every client with dignity and compassion
• Is free from anti-immigrant bias and enjoys working with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Takes ownership of their cases
• Is proactive rather than waiting to be told what to do
• Works well with support staff
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Wants to continuously improve as an attorney

This position uses the same performance-based compensation model as our current associate attorneys. Rather than a fixed salary, attorneys receive 50% of the attorney fees collected on the matters they originate and handle , with the firm providing:

• Office space
• Experienced support staff
• Marketing and client intake
• Case management software
• Technology and administrative support
• Malpractice insurance
• Professional mentorship and collaboration

This compensation structure allows motivated attorneys to build a highly rewarding practice while enjoying the support of an established and growing firm.

• Medical and dental insurance, if desired. The firm pays 50% of attorney medical/dental insurance premiums
• Optional participation in the firm’s cell phone plan
• Office space in Lynnwood, Washington

Why Gillin Law Group?

We believe in providing excellent legal representation while treating both clients and employees with respect. Our practice continues to grow because we prioritize integrity, responsiveness, and results.

If you are a compassionate immigration attorney who wants to build a successful career helping immigrants achieve their goals, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submit to [e-mail]:

• Resume
• Writing sample
• Three professional references

Gillin Law Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee is treated with dignity and respect.