Immigration Attorney

Overview

An established immigration law firm is seeking a full-time Immigration Attorney to join their team remotely, with a focus on serving clients in Seattle, WA. The firm specializes exclusively in immigration law and handles a broad range of immigration matters, including family-based petitions, humanitarian applications, removal defense, waivers, naturalization, and federal litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of immigration cases, including client consultations, case preparation, and representation before immigration agencies and courts.
• Draft, review, and file legal briefs, motions, and supporting documents with USCIS, EOIR, and the BIA.
• Advocate for clients during immigration court proceedings, USCIS interviews, and administrative hearings.
• Conduct legal research to develop case strategies tailored to client needs.
• Evaluate case records and FOIA responses to identify critical evidence.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for interviews and courtroom testimony.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding case progress and procedural requirements.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure effective case management.
• Audit case materials for accuracy and compliance with legal deadlines.
• Contribute to improving firm workflows and internal legal processes.
• Mentor and supervise paralegals and law clerks.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active U.S. bar license.
• At least 3 years of immigration law experience preferred; candidates with less experience may be considered for training.
• Experience preparing and filing immigration applications, petitions, motions, and supporting documentation before USCIS, EOIR, or related agencies.
• Familiarity with immigration court proceedings and USCIS interviews preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with legal case management systems and immigration forms/processes preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Mandarin highly preferred but not required.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or interest in federal litigation, including mandamus, habeas, or APA litigation.
• Ability to take ownership of cases and contribute to legal strategy.
• Leadership skills to build and lead a local team in Seattle as a founding member of the firm's operations there.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Additional earning potential for advanced litigation work, including federal court matters.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work arrangements for drafting, research, and case preparation; in-person attendance required for court appearances, USCIS interviews, and client meetings.

Location

• Remote position with a focus on Seattle, WA.
• Opportunity to act as a founding member of the firm's Seattle operations, including building and leading a local team.

Candidates interested in advancing their immigration law career in a supportive, structured environment with meaningful client impact are encouraged to apply. Due to high application volume, inquiries by phone are discouraged; only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.