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Landerholm Immigration, APC · 1 month ago

Immigration Litigation Attorney

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $145K/yr

3+ years exp

Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C. is a premier immigration law firm in California dedicated to empowering immigrants and protecting their rights. They are seeking an Immigration Litigation Attorney to lead complex federal litigation efforts, including habeas corpus petitions and constitutional challenges, while advocating for detained and non-detained immigrants.

ConsultingLaw Enforcement

Responsibilities

Lead and manage complex federal litigation, including habeas corpus petitions, petitions for review, and constitutional challenges on behalf of detained and non-detained immigrants

Draft and argue motions, briefs, and appeals in federal and immigration courts

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify litigation opportunities and build compelling cases

Negotiate settlements and monitor compliance with court orders and agreements

Contribute to the development of litigation templates, training materials, and best practices for firm-wide use

Depending on your experience, be under the mentorship and supervision of other attorneys with federal litigation experience

Qualification

Federal litigationImmigration lawLegal researchHabeas corpus litigationPetitions for reviewMandamus / APA litigationCommitment to immigrant rightsFluency in SpanishCollaborative work

Required

Minimum of 3–7 years of legal experience, preferably in immigration law and/or federal litigation

Demonstrated strong aptitude for complex legal reasoning, research, and writing

Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights, social justice, and public interest law

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Preferred

A strong background in federal litigation and immigration law, including habeas corpus litigation, petitions for review, mandamus / APA litigation, and/or other complex immigration-related federal cases

Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred

Admission to the California Bar (or willingness to seek admission)