Removal Defense Attorney Immigration Law Firm

Removal Defense Attorney for an Immigration Law Firm

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Removal defense Attorney in the Miami, FL area to join our legal team. The Removal Attorney will represent clients in removal proceedings and related immigration matters before the Immigration Court, Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and relevant U.S. immigration agencies. The role requires managing a full caseload, maintaining direct client contact, and collaborating with the legal team to develop strategic, compassionate, and culturally sensitive legal representation.

Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze complex legal issues and develop defense strategies tailored to individual cases.
• Identify avenues for relief and stays of removal based on intersections of immigration and criminal law.
• Conduct thorough legal research on immigration statutes, regulations, case law, and evolving policies.
• Draft legal briefs, motions, affidavits, and supporting documents for submission to immigration court, BIA, and other immigration agencies.
• Present legal arguments, evidence, and witness testimony in support of relief from removal.
• Advocate for various forms of relief, including asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, and waivers.
• Meet clients at various detention centers for case strategy assessment and client testimony questioning.
• Represent clients before ICE, EOIR, and BIA in person and/or via video.
• Represent clients during USCIS interviews, as needed.
• Monitor clients’ status and maintain clear, empathetic communication with clients.

Requirements:

• Education:
  
  Legal degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Location:
  
  Miami, Palm Beach, or states close to courts.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2–3 years of experience in immigration law, with a strong focus on removal defense.
• Skills:
  
  Full professional fluency in Spanish and English (spoken and written), strong legal writing and oral advocacy, experience with EOIR systems and USCIS processes, excellent organizational skills.
• Certifications:
  
  Must be licensed to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing (FL Bar
  -Miami‑Dade Bar
  -MDB).
• Other:
  Willingness to travel.

This position is primarily remote, within the Miami, FL area. Employees should expect a remote work setting, with occasional in-person attendance required for business needs such as special events or client matters. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Technology is used extensively in our practice. Training is provided, but you will be required to adapt to the new and changing technology.

Pay and Benefits:

Full‑time position with a salary of $100,000 annually + (commensurate to experience). This position offers direct employment with the firm
, including a comprehensive benefits package.

• 401(k).
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.

Schedule:

Working hours are flexible within a 40‑hour work week, Monday through Friday. There may be occasional requirements for after‑hours work, depending on workload demands. We encourage our employees to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, with evenings and weekends typically reserved for personal time.

Our firm shares the same dedicated focus on U.S. immigration law. We pride ourselves on our commitment to keeping families together, supporting victims of abuse and trafficking in obtaining legal status in the United States, and providing top‑tier immigration advice and support. Our team navigates the complexities of immigration law with compassion, expertise, and a deep understanding of the impact our work has on the lives of those we assist.

At James Immigration Law, we specialize solely in immigration law, ensuring our clients receive focused and experienced legal representation in matters such as removal defense, bonds and detention, humanitarian visas, family‑based immigration, and the U.S. Citizenship process.

Focused Impact:
Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals and families navigating the complexities of immigration law.

Growth and Development:
We offer comprehensive training and professional development opportunities, supporting your growth within the firm.

Supportive Environment:
Enjoy working in a firm where teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of what we do.