⚖️ We're Hiring: Immigration Attorney – Removal Defense & Litigation | San Diego

Do you love being in the courtroom? Do you believe that defending immigrants is some of the most meaningful work a litigator can do? If so, Jacobs & Schlesinger LLP wants to meet you.

We're a leading, award-winning immigration law firm in San Diego, and we're growing. We're looking for a passionate litigator with at least 4 years in Immigration Court to join our team and defend clients at every stage—from the first master calendar hearing to the Ninth Circuit.

What you'll do:

🔹 Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court (EOIR) and the Board of Immigration Appeals

🔹 Litigate in Federal District Court—habeas corpus, mandamus, and APA actions

🔹 Assist our Appellate Partner with supplemental stay motions before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

🔹 Draft persuasive briefs and motions, build case strategy, and guide clients through the process

🔹 Mentor our junior attorneys and paralegals

What you bring:

✅ J.D. and active state bar membership in good standing

✅ 4+ years of hands-on Immigration Court experience with a strong removal defense track record

✅ Fluency in Spanish (required)

✅ Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills

✅ A genuine passion for litigation and for the clients we serve

Why you'll love it here:

🌟 Practice alongside a renowned immigration attorney and firm founder

🌟 A supportive, family-friendly culture—we even have a meditation room to help you recharge

🌟 We're advocates at heart: take on pro bono cases and join us at community events

🌟 Salary of $95,000–$120,000/year, depending on experience

Ready to build a meaningful courtroom practice with a team that cares? Apply through LinkedIn, or send your resume, a brief cover letter, and a legal writing sample. We'd love to hear from you.

Jacobs & Schlesinger LLP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.

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