Contracted Hybrid Immigration Associate Attorney

Law Office Douglas M. Lehrman • Full-time • Sacramento, California, United States • $69.20k - $120k / year • 4m ago

Compensation: Contracted Basis

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated **Immigration Associate Attorney** to join our legal team on a contracted basis. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in immigration law, can independently manage a diverse caseload, and maintains the highest standards of professionalism, judgment, and client advocacy. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven practice and values both autonomy and collaboration.

About Us

We are an established immigration practice in Sacramento, serving families and individuals across Northern California. Our firm handles a high volume of family-based matters, waivers, removal defense, and appellate work. We pride ourselves on quality representation, compassionate advocacy, and results-driven legal strategy.

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).
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).* Prepare and file family-based petitions and related applications before USCIS.