About the Role
Goraya & Goraya Law, LLC is a growing immigration law firm based in Brownsburg, Indiana. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Immigration Attorney to join our team, with a primary focus on removal defense and representation before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling immigration court proceedings, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to independently manage removal defense cases from initial consultation through final adjudication.
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work with in-person responsibilities, including court appearances and client meetings.
Applicants must currently reside in or be willing to commute to the Greater Indianapolis metropolitan area. This is not a fully remote position, and we are only considering candidates who can meet with clients at our Brownsburg office and attend in-person obligations at the Indianapolis Immigration Court, as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in removal proceedings before Immigration Judges and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
- Independently manage a caseload involving defensive asylum, withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture (CAT) protection, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, and other forms of relief.
- Prepare and file motions, legal briefs, applications, supporting evidence, and other submissions with EOIR.
- Represent clients at master calendar hearings and individual merits hearings.
- Conduct client consultations, evaluate eligibility for relief, and develop effective case strategies.
- Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony and immigration court appearances.
- Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in immigration law, regulations, and relevant case law.
- Utilize EOIR’s Electronic Case Access System (ECAS) to manage cases, electronically file documents, and monitor court proceedings and deadlines.
- Coordinate with other attorneys and staff to ensure timely and effective case management.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- 2–4 years of experience practicing immigration law, with a strong emphasis on EOIR removal defense.
- Active license to practice law in Indiana preferred; attorneys licensed and in good standing in other U.S. jurisdictions will also be considered.
- Demonstrated experience representing clients in immigration court, including individual merits hearings.
- Strong knowledge of immigration law, EOIR procedures, and applicable filing requirements.
- Excellent legal writing, research, oral advocacy, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage cases independently, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
- Fluency in Punjabi, Hindi, or Spanish is a plus but not required.
Work Arrangement
This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Brownsburg, Indiana. The position combines remote work with regular in-person responsibilities, including in-office client meetings and court appearances.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Base Salary: $70,000–$85,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Hybrid work arrangement with remote work flexibility.
- Opportunity for professional growth within a growing immigration law firm.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their immigration court experience. If not applying directly via LinkedIn or Indeed, please email application materials to info@gorayalaw.com.
Goraya & Goraya Law, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from qualified attorneys who are passionate about immigration law and committed to providing effective legal representation.