Senior Immigration Attorney

Sanabria & Associates; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC seeks an experienced Immigration Attorney to lead complex cases and supervise a team in Maryland or Florida offices. The role emphasizes client relations, deadlines, and strategic guidance in immigration relief.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, an active US bar license, fluency in Spanish, and 5+ years of immigration experience, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Bar License in Good Standing (US).
• Authorized to work in the US.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Immigration experience (5+ years).

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations and evaluate immigration relief options.
• Develop and oversee legal strategies for complex immigration cases.
• Manage high-volume caseloads and deadlines.
• Supervise paralegals and support staff.
• Prepare and review applications, petitions, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients before immigration authorities as required.
• Stay current on immigration laws and case developments.
• Maintain regular client communication and case strategy.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Immigration experience

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Active US bar license in good standing

Job description

Immigration Attorney

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is a fast-growing and highly respected law firm with offices throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Florida. We are currently seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join our team in one of our Maryland or Florida offices.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immigration law and experience managing a diverse caseload in a fast-paced legal environment. We are looking for a motivated professional who is an excellent communicator, collaborative team member, effective leader, and self-starter. Candidates must possess strong business acumen, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, growth-oriented practice.

The selected attorney will be responsible for handling a substantial immigration caseload, maintaining day-to-day client relationships, managing and mentoring a team of paralegals, meeting critical deadlines, and serving as a trusted resource for clients and firm leadership. The ability to manage multiple priorities, oversee complex matters, and deliver exceptional client service is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished immigration attorney seeking professional growth with a dynamic and expanding law firm committed to serving immigrant communities with excellence and compassion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct consultations with prospective clients and evaluate immigration relief options
• Develop and oversee legal strategies for complex immigration cases from intake through resolution
• Manage a high-volume caseload, ensuring compliance with all court, agency, and filing deadlines
• Supervise, mentor, and train paralegals and legal support staff to ensure quality case preparation and client service
• Review, prepare, and approve applications, petitions, motions, briefs, waivers, and other immigration filings
• Represent clients before Immigration Courts, USCIS, EOIR, ICE, and other government agencies as required
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, appeals, and legal memoranda
• Stay current on changes in immigration laws, regulations, policies, and relevant case law
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case strategy, progress, and expectations
• Collaborate with firm leadership to improve case management processes and overall client outcomes
• Participate in business development activities, community outreach, and marketing initiatives to expand the firm's immigration practice
• Work one Saturday per month, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses tied to client retention and new client engagement
• Handle master calendar hearings, individual hearings, asylum interviews, adjustment interviews, and other immigration proceedings
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight for cases involving family-based petitions, asylum, removal defense, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas, VAWA petitions, waivers, adjustment of status, consular processing, cancellation of removal, and other forms of immigration relief
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on complex immigration matters while maintaining the highest standards of legal representation and client advocacy

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. from an ABA Accredited Law School (required)
• Active Bar License in Good Standing from any US State or PR (required)
• Authorized to work in the US
• Fluent in Spanish (required)
• Immigration experience (5 years or more)

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous time off policies that include Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Personal Days, and more
• Performance bonus opportunities
• 401(k) plus matching
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance

Pay Range: $95,000 - $110,000 per year