Regional Lead Attorney - Removal Defense & Strategy

C.R. Wannamaker Law; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

C.R. Wannamaker Law, PLLC is seeking a Lead Attorney for the Removal Defense Department. You will own regional legal outcomes, provide leadership on complex cases, and mentor associates across the team.

The role balances case leadership with quality control and escalations to the Director of Legal Strategy. You will coordinate with paralegals and staff to balance workload, monitor deadlines, and drive consistent legal strategy.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar license in good standing.
• Substantial removal defense and immigration court practice experience, including EOIR litigation.
• Ability to manage an active caseload while directing work of others.
• Strong written and verbal communication with capability to provide guidance.

Responsibilities

• Carry a region-specific caseload designed for leadership, quality control, and escalation support.
• Provide day-to-day case-strategy guidance to assigned attorneys.
• Serve as regional escalation point for complex issues and strategic changes.
• Perform quality-control reviews of case files and filings for compliance with standards.
• Provide oversight and direction to attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff on strategy and work product.
• Coordinate caseload distribution and staffing with regional paralegals and leadership.
• Escalate gaps or issues to VP for Strategic Initiatives and Director of Legal Strategy.
• Support onboarding, mentorship, and training across the region.
• Represent the region in leadership meetings and ensure collaboration across teams.

Skills

Legal leadership

Communication skills

Case management

Cross-region collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

C.R. Wannamaker Law, PLLC is seeking a Lead Attorney for the Removal Defense Department. You will own regional legal outcomes, provide leadership on complex cases, and mentor associates across the team.

The role balances case leadership with quality control and escalations to the Director of Legal Strategy. You will coordinate with paralegals and staff to balance workload, monitor deadlines, and drive consistent legal strategy.