Immigration Associate Attorney

Law Office Douglas M. Lehrman • Full-time • Sacramento, California, United States • $69.20k - $120k / year • 1w ago

Location: Sacramento, CA (hybrid possible)
Schedule: Part-time or Full-time
Compensation: Hourly or flat-fee (DOE)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable Immigration Associate Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in immigration law and can independently manage a varied caseload. This role requires excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

About Us

We are an established Sacramento immigration firm with a high-volume, advocacy-driven practice serving families and individuals across Northern California.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and file family-based petitions and related applications before USCIS.
Draft motions, briefs, and appeals before USCIS, EOIR, the BIA, and the U.S. Courts of Appeals.
Appear at master calendar and individual hearings in the Sacramento and Bay Area.
Develop case strategy; manage client communications; curate evidence; meet deadlines with meticulous attention to detail.
Collaborate on internal case reviews and quality control.

Qualifications

J.D. and bar admission (California preferred).
2+ years of substantive immigration law experience (e.g., family-based, removal defense, waivers, appeals).
Excellent legal research and persuasive writing; proven brief/motion drafting.
Comfortable with EOIR appearances; willingness to travel locally for hearings.
High standards of professionalism, reliability, and client service.
Spanish language skills are a plus but not required.
Strong technology proficiency (case management systems, e-filing, Microsoft 365/Google Workspace).