Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney - Immigration
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Employment Type: Full-Time | In-Person
About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of immigration law experience to join its Philadelphia team. The ideal candidate will have experience in removal defense, asylum, and family-based immigration and be capable of independently managing cases while working collaboratively with a broader legal team.
Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings, including asylum, cancellation of removal, bond requests, adjustment of status, and related motions.
• Handle family-based immigration matters, including adjustment of status, waivers, VAWA, U visas, DACA, TPS, and other petitions.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, federal court filings, correspondence, and responses to agency requests.
• Prepare immigration petitions and applications, assess eligibility, develop evidence, and respond to requests for evidence.
• Communicate directly with clients, government agencies, and internal case teams.
• Manage caseloads, deadlines, client files, and case updates.
• Monitor developments in immigration law, regulations, and agency practices.
• Collaborate with attorneys, case managers, and coordinators to ensure efficient case handling.
• Contribute to the improvement of practice procedures and workflow.

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent law degree.
• Active state bar membership required.
• 1-3 years of experience in removal defense, asylum, and/or family-based immigration preferred.
• Strong knowledge of immigration laws, regulations, and agency procedures.
• Excellent legal research, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and client-service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn firm-specific software.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an immigration attorney seeking meaningful responsibility, career growth, and the opportunity to handle a diverse immigration caseload in a collaborative environment.