Deportation Defense Attorney

Why Apply to New Frontier Immigration Law 

Join the New Frontier Immigration Law
team and help change the lives of 1 million undocumented immigrants in the USA. Our mid-sized law firm in Phoenix, AZ is committed to humanitarian-based immigration and finding innovative solutions for seemingly impossible problems.

Are you a passionate removal defense attorney ready to fight for immigrants' rights in court and USCIS while delivering exceptional client service? Join New Frontier Immigration Law in Phoenix, AZ, where we help immigrants LIVE FREE through innovative legal representation and inspirational advocacy.

• Learn more about New Frontier Immigration
  here.
  
• Learn more about our CEO/Founder Hillary here.
• Learn more about our Core Values here.

Role Objective

Our 125-person firm seeks an experienced removal defense attorney to represent clients before EOIR and USCIS while managing a dedicated legal team. If you're driven by social justice, excel in the courtroom, and believe in creating exceptional client experiences, this role offers the opportunity to create lasting impact.

Success Attributes

·       You're passionate about delivering exceptional client service

·       You thrive in fast-paced court environments

·       You maintain meticulous case notes and documentation

·       You excel at legal research and writing

·       You're experienced in managing and motivating teams

·       You're creative in developing winning case strategies

·       You demonstrate outstanding client communication skills

·       You embody our firm's values of Inspiration, Legacy, Innovation, being Vested, and Excellence

Responsibilities

·       Represent clients before EOIR and USCIS

·       Handle complex asylum cases and other forms of relief

·       Manage and lead a team of legal professionals

·       Conduct thorough client interviews and develop winning case strategies

·       Research and work extensively with country conditions expertsWrite appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals

·       Maintain meticulous case notes and documentation using Filevine

·       File detailed motions, briefs, and appeals

·       Liaise with government agencies including ICE, DHS, and EOIR

·       Provide exceptional client service throughout representation

Requirements

·       Active law license in good standing

·       Minimum 3 years of removal defense experience

·       Completed at least 30 Individual Calendar Hearings (ICHs), with emphasis on asylum

·       Strong courtroom presence and litigation skills

·       Excellence in written and oral advocacy

·       Proven track record of successful case outcomes

·       Outstanding client service skills

·       Meticulous attention to detail in documentation and research

·       Experience writing successful appeals to the BIA

·       Team management experience

·       Spanish language proficiency is REQUIRED

Compensation & Benefits

·       Salary range: $150,000 - $185,000 DOE 

·       Comprehensive health insurance

·       401(k) matching

·       5 weeks PTO

·       Paid professional development

·       Opportunity to make real impact in clients' lives

Location 

Remote or Phoenix/Glendale, AZ

Salary

• $150,000 - $185,000