Removal Defense Attorney

Overview

Salary Range: $65,000-$130,000

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and driven Associate Immigration Attorney to join our growing legal team. The attorney will play a critical role on our Removal Defense Team. The role requires a strong commitment to advocacy, legal excellence, and creative problem-solving in support of immigrant communities.

• Represent non-detained and detained clients in Immigration Court removal proceedings.
• Prepare, file, and argue claims for asylum, withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture (CAT), Cancellation of Removal (non-LPR and LPR), NACARA, and Adjustment of Status.
• Prepare and file motions in the immigration court.
• Review case filings and advise on case strategy.
• Research legal arguments and draft persuasive filings, briefs, and motions.
• Explore creative legal strategies and innovative case solutions.
• Supervise and mentor legal assistants, interns, and law clerks, as assigned.
• Participate in internal training and contribute to staff development.

• J.D. from a U.S.
  
  -accredited law school.
• Admission to any state bar or the District of Columbia.
• Minimum of two years of experience practicing immigration or criminal law.
• Reliable transportation to and from the Falls Church, Virginia office.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Licensed or eligible to practice in Maryland or Virginia.
• Additional experience in specific immigration law specialties or areas of practice.
• Fluency in Spanish.

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Effective oral advocacy and courtroom presence.
• Experience with removal defense.
• Cultural humility and trauma-informed practice in client engagement.
• Administrative Abilities:
  Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage own casework with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to high-quality client service and compliance with firm procedures.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health and dental insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Unlimited paid time off, including most federal holidays.
• 401(k) with employer match (50% match up to 3% of salary) after one year of employment.
• Reimbursement for one bar membership annually.
• Monthly team building event.

Please submit the following materials to  with the subject line “Bilingual Immigration Attorney for Removal Team”:

Cover letter (must address bar admission status, relevant experience to the position, Spanish fluency, driver’s license, and salary expectations)