Removal Defense Immigration Attorney

Pay: $120000.00 - $160000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a life-changing impact by defending individuals and families facing deportation.
• Take ownership of meaningful immigration cases and strengthen your courtroom advocacy skills.
• Work alongside experienced immigration attorneys who value mentorship collaboration and professional growth.
• Gain exposure to complex removal defense matters appeals and advanced legal strategies.
• Enjoy comprehensive health dental and vision insurance a 401(k) with company match paid holidays and PTO.
• Build a rewarding legal career with opportunities for increased responsibility and advancement.

Location

Phoenix AZ On-site. Join our collaborative legal team in the Phoenix area where youll work closely with experienced attorneys and make a direct impact on the clients and communities we serve. We welcome candidates interested in relocating to Arizona.

Note

Candidates must have an active U.S. attorney license professional fluency in English and Spanish and 2 years of immigration law experience. Hands-on removal defense experience including immigration court proceedings is essential.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are a growing mission-driven immigration law firm dedicated to protecting the rights and futures of individuals and families navigating complex immigration challenges. Our team combines compassionate client service with strategic legal advocacy to deliver meaningful results.

We believe exceptional attorneys thrive when theyre supported challenged and empowered to make a difference. If youre passionate about immigration law and courtroom advocacy youll find meaningful opportunities to grow with us.

Job Description

• Manage a diverse caseload of removal defense matters representing clients facing deportation and other immigration proceedings.
• Represent clients before immigration judges in EOIR proceedings including master calendar individual merits and bond hearings.
• Develop compelling legal strategies involving asylum withholding of removal cancellation of removal and other immigration relief.
• Prepare persuasive legal briefs motions appeals and supporting evidence.
• Conduct client consultations case evaluations and witness preparation with professionalism and compassion.
• Research complex immigration laws regulations and case precedents to build strong defense strategies.
• Handle cases involving humanitarian relief including VAWA U visas and T visas when applicable.
• Collaborate with attorneys paralegals and support staff to deliver exceptional client representation.
• Maintain accurate case documentation manage court deadlines and communicate proactively with clients.
• Participate in legal strategy discussions and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active U.S. bar membership in good standing.
• 2 years of immigration law experience; 3 years preferred.
• Experience handling removal defense cases and appearing before immigration judges.
• Professional fluency in English and Spanish.
• Strong courtroom advocacy legal writing research and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently.
• Experience with asylum cancellation of removal and immigration hearings.
• BIA appeals federal court litigation and Filevine experience are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Youll join a supportive legal team that values meaningful advocacy professional excellence and genuine compassion for clients. We offer opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues take on challenging litigation matters and develop your career while doing work that truly matters.

If youre a passionate immigration attorney ready to grow your courtroom experience and help change lives wed love to meet you!

JPC - 3001

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements : Must-have: US bar license 2 years of immigration law exp fluent English and Spanish

• Required Years as Associate: 2 years
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 23 years: $120000$130000
  • 45 years: $130000$145000
  • 6 years: $145000$160000

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Quick Recruiter Reference

New Frontier Immigration Law is a growing Phoenix immigration firm specializing in humanitarian immigration and removal defense. Seeking a bilingual Removal Defense Attorney to handle EOIR hearings deportation proceedings and asylum matters. Requires an active U.S. bar license courtroom experience and 2 years of immigration law experience.

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• Location: Phoenix AZ
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