Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Title:
Senior Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A San Jose-based law firm is seeking a highly experienced immigration attorney to take on a senior-level role within a well-established and expanding legal practice. This position offers a chance to lead complex immigration matters, mentor junior staff, and make a direct impact through courtroom advocacy and community engagement. The role is ideal for a professional with substantial experience in removal defense, family-based immigration, and USCIS procedures, and who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Duties:

• Deliver in-depth consultations on immigration strategies and potential outcomes

• Represent both detained and non-detained clients before the Immigration Court and BIA

• Conduct legal intakes at detention centers and provide client representation

• Prepare and revise applications for various immigration relief types

• Guide clients and witnesses through preparation for court and USCIS testimony

• Draft and file motions, legal briefs, and supporting documentation

• Advise and collaborate with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and advocacy groups on immigration developments

• Lead client strategy sessions and oversee immigration case lifecycles

• Monitor ongoing legislative and procedural updates impacting immigration law

• Supervise and contribute to the development of junior legal staff and legal assistants

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5-8 years of focused immigration law experience

• Strong courtroom advocacy and case management capabilities

• High level of initiative and problem-solving aptitude

• Familiarity with removal defense, family-based petitions, naturalization, humanitarian relief, and detained representation

• Experience with legal case management software preferred

• Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred

• Demonstrated commitment to immigration justice and client service

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Must be licensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines

• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competency

• Capable of working both independently and in a team-oriented environment

Job Location:

• San Jose, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision

• Retirement savings plan with 401(k) options

• Paid time off and holiday leave

• Complimentary parking

• Catered lunches and other office perks

• Career advancement opportunities within a supportive and growth-focused environment

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in the fields of immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer and dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.