Description:

Immigration Group is seeking experienced and passionate Immigration Attorneys to join our growing legal team in Miami, Florida.

We are one of the largest family-based immigration law firms in the United States, with 120+ team members, 30+ attorneys, and decades of experience focused exclusively on immigration law.

We currently have opportunities for attorneys in two distinct practice areas:

Removal Defense / Immigration Court
For attorneys who want to litigate, appear before Immigration Judges, develop case strategy, and represent clients in removal proceedings.

USCIS & Immigration Casework
For attorneys who prefer to focus on immigration matters outside of Immigration Court, including family-based petitions, adjustment of status, humanitarian cases, USCIS interviews, and consular processing.

Attorneys may be considered for the department that best matches their experience, strengths, and professional interests.

Important Language Requirement

Candidates Must Be Fluent in Spanish.

Our Attorneys Communicate Directly with Spanish-Speaking Clients and Families Every Day. Spanish Fluency Is an Essential Requirement of This Position and Is Not Flexible.

Removal Defense / Litigation Opportunities
Attorneys in Our Removal Defense Department May Represent Clients Before:

U.S. Immigration Courts
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ice)
Detention Facilities Throughout the United States
Board of Immigration Appeals, when Applicable
Uscis when Connected to Removal-Defense Representation

Responsibilities May Include:

Master Calendar Hearings
Individual/merits Hearings
Bond Hearings and Detained Cases
Asylum
Cancellation of Removal
Adjustment of Status in Removal Proceedings
Motions to Reopen, Reconsider, and Terminate
Written Legal Advocacy and Case Strategy
Client and Witness Preparation
Ice Advocacy
Nationwide Travel when Representation Requires It

Attorneys with Significant Immigration Court and Removal-Defense Experience Will Receive Strong Consideration for This Department.

Uscis & Immigration Casework Opportunities
We Also Have Opportunities for Attorneys Who Want to Practice Immigration Law without Regularly Appearing in Immigration Court.

Matters May Include:

I-485 Adjustment of Status Applications
Family-Based Petitions
I-130 Petitions
T Visas
U Visas
Humanitarian Immigration Matters
Uscis Interviews
Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny
Consular Processing
National Visa Center Matters
Waivers and Related Applications
Case Strategy, Legal Analysis, and Preparation of Complex Immigration Filings

This Department Is an Excellent Fit for Attorneys Who Enjoy Case Analysis, Client Counseling, Legal Writing, Uscis Advocacy, and Developing Immigration Strategies Outside the Courtroom.

Who We're Looking For:
Required:

J.D. from An Accredited Law School
Active License in At Least One U.S. Jurisdiction
Spanish Fluency — Required
Strong Legal Writing and Analytical Abilities
Excellent Client Communication Skills
Strong Case-Management and Organizational Skills
Ability to Work Effectively in A Fast-Paced Legal Environment
Genuine Commitment to Advocating for Immigrant Families

For Litigation Positions, Candidates Should Also Have Strong Oral Advocacy Skills, the Ability to Remain Composed Under Pressure, and Willingness to Travel as Needed.

Why Immigration Group?
You Will Join an Established Immigration Practice Supported by Experienced Supervisors, Attorneys, Legal Assistants, Case-Preparation Teams, and Administrative Staff.