About the Role:
We are currently seeking a bilingual Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of immigration law experience who is keen to make an impact on our clients’ lives while also directly participating in the financial success of the firm. This role will immediately deal with high responsibility and high impact work as many of our clients are directly impacted by recent and ongoing changes in immigration policy. Associates will directly interact with and receive mentorship from both partners who have a wide range of immigration experience. Because of our small size, the Associate Attorney will help to shape and maintain the high standards and professional culture of the firm.
The ideal candidate will eventually be able to bring in clients on his/her own and will be incentivized with a defined revenue share for doing so. Additionally, the Associate Attorney position will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on the performance of both the firm and the individual.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in removal proceedings, including appearances before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals
- Prepare and file applications for family-based immigration, employment-based petitions, humanitarian relief (asylum, VAWA, U visas, TPS, etc.), and naturalization
- Prepare, file, and defend federal court lawsuits (writs of mandamus, writs of habeas, APA claims, petitions for review, etc.)
- Draft legal briefs, motions, and memoranda for various immigration matters
- Conduct legal research and develop strategies for complex cases
- Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely updates on case developments
- Participate in client consultations and strategy sessions
Minimum Qualifications:
- J.D. or LL.M. from an U.S. accredited law school and admission to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction (Florida bar preferred but not required)
- 2–3 years of experience practicing immigration law, with exposure to a range of cases including removal defense, family-based immigration, and employment-based immigration
- Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking) is required
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple cases simultaneously
- Excellent legal research and writing skills with a keen attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-centered approach
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience appearing in immigration court and handling complex removal cases
- Familiarity with USCIS, EOIR, and other government agency procedures
Work Environment & Benefits:
- Hybrid Schedule: flexibility to work remotely several days per week, with presence required for court appearances, client meetings, and team collaboration
- Direct, frequent mentorship from experienced immigration attorneys
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Revenue share for business generated and discretionary bonus for individual and firm performance
- Health insurance, paid time off, and professional dues reimbursement offered
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents to info@rodriguezchinea.com
- Resume
- Cover Letter (highlighting your immigration law experience and language skills)
- Two Writing Samples (preferably related to immigration law)
- List of 2–3 References
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
