Immigration Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

DYADlaw, P.C. is seeking an experienced and dedicated Immigration Attorney to join our growing immigration law practice.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of U.S. immigration law, strong litigation and legal advocacy skills, and the ability to independently manage complex immigration matters while providing compassionate and effective legal representation.

In this role, you will evaluate legal issues, develop case strategies, represent clients before immigration courts and government agencies, prepare and review legal filings, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and professional standards.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, ethical, and collaborative attorney who is committed to protecting clients' rights, maintaining high-quality legal work, and contributing to a supportive, client-focused legal team.

$110,000 - $130,000 per year

• Independently evaluate immigration cases, determine eligibility for relief, identify legal risks, and develop appropriate legal strategies.

• Represent clients in removal proceedings, including Master Calendar Hearings and Individual Hearings.

• Represent clients in USCIS interviews, immigration court hearings, and other authorized proceedings.

• Advise clients on immigration options, legal rights, potential risks, case timelines, and strategic decisions.

• Exercise independent legal judgment while maintaining professional responsibility and ethical standards.

• Draft, review, revise, and approve immigration petitions, applications, declarations, briefs, motions, and supporting documentation.

• Prepare and review responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs).

• Conduct thorough legal research using immigration statutes, regulations, case law, agency guidance, and procedural rules.

• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and legal sufficiency of filings before submission.

• Monitor court, agency, statutory, and internal deadlines to ensure timely case progression.

• Identify and resolve legal or procedural issues while maintaining accurate case documentation.

• Maintain consistent, professional, and compassionate communication with clients throughout their immigration proceedings.

• Explain complex legal matters, case developments, available options, and potential outcomes in a clear and understandable manner.

• Manage multiple cases and competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.

• Protect confidential and privileged client information.

• Provide empathetic, trauma-informed representation to clients experiencing sensitive or challenging circumstances.

• Provide legal guidance, direction, and supervision to paralegals, legal assistants, and other legal support personnel.

• Review delegated legal work to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with professional standards.

• Collaborate with attorneys, case-management teams, and operations personnel to support efficient case progression.

• Document significant legal decisions and communicate potential risks or concerns to appropriate leadership.

• Contribute to improvements in legal workflows, quality-control processes, and client communication.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active license to practice law in good standing in a U.S. state or the District of Columbia, with appropriate authorization for assigned immigration matters.

• + 7 years of experience practicing U.S. immigration law, including removal proceedings.

• Strong understanding of U.S. immigration laws, regulations, procedures, and available forms of relief.

• Demonstrated experience representing clients in immigration proceedings and managing cases independently.

• Strong legal research, analytical reasoning, legal drafting, and oral advocacy skills.

• Ability to evaluate complex legal matters, develop effective strategies, and exercise independent professional judgment.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases and strict deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal, client-counseling, and professional communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional ethics, and accountability.

• Proficiency with legal research tools, case-management systems, Google Workspace, and document-management technology.

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

We are a legal services company dedicated to providing personalized legal guidance and support to individuals. Our mission is to protect clients’ rights and interests by offering clear, reliable, and compassionate legal solutions tailored to each person’s unique situation.

Our team of experienced legal professionals is committed to delivering ethical, accessible, and client-focused service, ensuring confidence, trust, and peace of mind throughout every stage of the legal process.