Remote Immigration Attorney for NJ Firm with Heart

Overview

An established immigration law firm based in New Brunswick, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Spanish-speaking Immigration Attorney with over 5 years of experience in family-based immigration, deportation defense, and humanitarian relief. This role is suited for an attorney who values integrity, collaboration, and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 200-250 immigration cases with support from a dedicated team.
• Handle a wide range of immigration applications and relief, including asylum, VAWA, U visas, T visas, family petitions, waivers, IV consular processing, adjustment of status, appeals, and federal litigation.
• Represent clients in immigration court proceedings and interviews before EOIR and USCIS.
• Communicate effectively with clients to guide them through complex immigration processes.

Requirements

• J.D. degree and licensed to practice law in any U.S. state; preference for New Jersey bar admission.
• Fluency or professional proficiency in Spanish is required.
• Ability to attend in-person court dates in Newark, New Jersey, and USCIS office appearances in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.
• Located within reasonable travel distance to New Jersey for court and USCIS appearances.
• Strong organizational skills including time tracking, calendaring, and documentation.
• Collaborative mindset with respect for paralegals and team members as partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in family-based immigration, deportation defense, and humanitarian relief.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Ability to maintain a warm, thoughtful, and grounded approach with clients.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $115,000 to $155,000 annually, based on experience and demonstrated value.
• Quarterly bonus structure tied to key performance indicators.
• Opportunities for growth, leadership, and non-equity partnership.
• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible work hours with a focus on work-life balance; part-time candidates are welcome.

Location

• This is a 100% remote position for candidates located in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, or Maryland.
• Must be able to travel to Newark and Mount Laurel, New Jersey for court and USCIS appointments.

Start Date

• Immediate availability preferred.

The firm values a team-oriented, warm, and human work culture with high standards and a supportive environment. They emphasize collaboration, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving without corporate formalities.