New Frontier Immigration Law · 20 hours ago
Removal Defense Attorney - Arizona
New Frontier Immigration Law is a fast-growing law firm dedicated to humanitarian-based immigration solutions. They are seeking an experienced removal defense attorney to join their team, focusing on complex removal defense cases and providing exceptional client service.
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Responsibilities
Represent clients before EOIR and USCIS independently
Handle complex asylum cases, cancellation, bond hearings, and other forms of relief
Conduct Individual Calendar Hearings and Master Calendar Hearings
Write appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals
Research and work with country conditions experts
File detailed motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
Liaise with ICE, DHS, and EOIR
Conduct thorough client interviews and develop winning case strategies
Provide exceptional, compassionate client communication
Maintain meticulous case documentation using Filevine
Manage and mentor a dedicated legal team
Follow systematic checklists to ensure consistent quality
Qualification
Required
Active law license in good standing (Arizona bar OR immediate waive-in ability)
Minimum 3 years of removal defense experience as primary attorney
Completed at least 30 Individual Calendar Hearings (ICHs), with emphasis on asylum
Proven track record of successful case outcomes
Experience writing successful BIA appeals
Based in Phoenix, AZ (or willing to relocate immediately)
Strong courtroom presence and litigation skills
Excellence in written and oral advocacy
Outstanding client service and communication skills
Ability to self-regulate in high-pressure situations
Team management experience
Preferred
Bilingual: Spanish/English (great feature, not required)
Experience in high-volume immigration practices
Familiarity with T visas, U visas, VAWA, or other humanitarian relief
Benefits
Sign-on bonus (negotiable)
Moving expense reimbursement for qualified candidates