Entry Level Immigration Attorney - Litigation

Immigration Litigation Attorney – Master Hearings

Do you love immigration law and want your work to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives?

Abogados W is seeking a passionate Immigration Litigation Attorney to join our growing team. This attorney will focus primarily on Master Hearings (preliminary hearings), Reviewing Applications and Supporting Evidence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, complex case strategy, and fighting for clients facing some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

About Abogados W

Founded in 2013, Abogados W is a growing immigration law firm with two offices in Miami and one office in Orlando. Our founding principle is simple: complete dedication to our clients.

We proudly serve immigrant families throughout Florida and work hard to provide high-quality, compassionate legal representation. As our firm continues to expand, we are looking for motivated attorneys who want to grow professionally, take ownership of meaningful cases, and build a long-term career with our team.

Why Abogados W?

We believe that a happy team creates happy clients. Our goal is to make Abogados W one of the best and happiest law firms to work for.

We take work-life balance seriously and believe attorneys perform at their highest level when they feel supported, appreciated, and rested.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• One paid Friday off each month after the initial 90-day period
• 20 days of paid vacation annually after the first year of employment
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Fun Fridays and team activities
• Professional growth and leadership opportunities
• Support from experienced legal assistants and paralegals
• A collaborative, client-centered work environment

Position Overview

The Immigration Litigation Attorney will represent individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court. The attorney will manage and prepare cases for Master Hearings, appear in court, advocate for detained and non-detained clients, and help supervise members of the litigation support team.

The ideal candidate is confident in the courtroom, highly organized, compassionate with clients, and able to develop effective legal strategies in complex immigration matters.

Primary Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court
• Prepare and conduct Master Hearings
• Handle detained immigration cases, including bond and custody-related matters
• Develop case strategy and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony
• Review records, evidence, declarations, expert reports, and supporting documentation
• Conduct legal research and draft persuasive motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
• Supervise and provide guidance to immigration paralegals and legal assistants
• Maintain clear and compassionate communication with clients and their families
• Ensure that all court deadlines, filing requirements, and internal case-management procedures are followed
• Collaborate with supervising attorneys and other members of the litigation department

Cases and Filings May Include

• Defensive asylum, withholding of removal, and Convention Against Torture claims
• EOIR-42A and EOIR-42B cancellation of removal applications
• Adjustment of status applications before the Immigration Court
• Bond motions and custody redetermination requests
• Prosecutorial discretion requests
• Motions to terminate or administratively close proceedings
• Motions to reopen or reconsider
• Other removal-defense applications, motions, and court filings

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the bar of any U.S. state or territory
• Experience representing clients in immigration court proceedings
• Strong knowledge of immigration law, removal defense, and related procedures
• Individual Hearing and courtroom experience strongly preferred
• Excellent legal research, writing, and drafting skills
• Experience using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable legal-research platforms
• Strong organizational and case-management abilities
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple complex matters
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to supervise and work collaboratively with paralegals and legal assistants
• Compassionate and professional communication with clients and their families
• Spanish fluency strongly preferred

The Right Candidate

You may be a great fit for Abogados W if you:

• Are passionate about helping immigrants and their families
• Enjoy litigation and courtroom advocacy
• Take pride in being thoroughly prepared
• Remain calm and effective under pressure
• Treat clients with empathy, patience, and respect
• Want to contribute to the continued growth of a successful law firm
• Value teamwork, professional development, and work-life balance

Job Type: Full-time
Practice Area: Immigration Removal Defense
Primary Focus: Master Hearings and Detained Cases
Location: Miami Dadeland Office

Abogados W is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all team members.

Ready to use immigration law to change lives? We would love to learn more about you. Apply today by submitting your résumé and a brief description of your immigration litigation experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Doctorate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Immigration law: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Legal License from a State Bar Association (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Miami, FL 33156: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person