Immigration Associate Attorney

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Philadelphia, PA

Immigration Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

No

Job Overview:
A well-established, mission-driven immigration law firm is seeking a Bilingual Associate Attorney to join its legal team. This fully remote role focuses on serving immigrant communities across the United States, particularly through humanitarian-based immigration cases such as VAWA, U-Visa, T-Visa, and SIJS. The ideal candidate is a fluent Spanish speaker with at least two years of experience in immigration law, a passion for advocacy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to underserved populations.

Location:

• Philadelphia, PA

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of immigration matters, primarily VAWA, T-Visa, U-Visa, and SIJS cases

• Conduct client consultations and maintain communication throughout representation

• Draft and file petitions, affidavits, legal briefs, and other immigration filings

• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategies

• Collaborate with legal staff and intake team to evaluate new case opportunities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immigration policies and humanitarian relief updates

• Utilize legal technology and case management systems for efficient case tracking

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an immigration attorney handling humanitarian-based cases

• Must be authorized to work in the .

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (spoken and written)

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills

• Ability to work independently and within a remote, collaborative team structure

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited . law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in any . state or jurisdiction

• New Jersey Bar membership is a plus but not required

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English

• Familiarity with immigration case management software and productivity platforms (., Google Workspace, Slack, , Excel)

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Adaptable to new systems, procedures, and changing immigration laws

• Strong sense of empathy, cultural competence, and commitment to immigrant advocacy

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Fully remote work environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on immigrant communities nationwide

• Collaborative team culture committed to professional growth and client service