Jacobs & Schlesinger LLP is hiring an experienced Immigration Attorney to join our removal defense practice in San Diego. This is a role for a litigator at heart—someone who loves being in Immigration Court and thrives on every stage of defending clients, from the first master calendar hearing through individual merits hearings and appeals. If you find real purpose in advocating for immigrants facing removal, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court (EOIR), including master calendar, individual merits hearings, and bond hearings.
- Represent clients before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
- Practice before the Federal District Court on petitions for writs of habeas corpus, writs of mandamus, and Administrative Procedure Act (APA) actions.
- Assist our Appellate Partner with supplemental stay motions before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
- Prepare and file persuasive briefs, motions, and applications for relief.
- Develop case strategy and guide clients through every stage of the removal defense process.
- Communicate directly with Spanish-speaking clients regarding their cases.
- Mentor more junior attorneys and paralegals.
- Stay current on evolving immigration law and court procedures.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) and admission to a state bar in good standing.
- At least 4 years of hands-on experience practicing in Immigration Court, with a strong removal defense track record.
- A genuine passion for litigation and the courtroom.
- Fluency in Spanish (required).
- Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
Why Join Jacobs & Schlesinger LLP
- Work with the best. Join a leading, award-winning immigration law firm and practice alongside our firm founder, a renowned immigration attorney.
- A supportive environment. We invest in our people and our workplace culture, including a dedicated meditation room to help you recharge.
- Family-friendly. We understand that our team members have lives outside the office, and we support a healthy work-life balance.
- Advocates at heart. Our firm is driven by a genuine commitment to defending our clients and standing up for immigrants' rights.
- Make a broader impact. Take on pro bono cases and participate in community events that extend our mission beyond the courtroom.
- Compensation. Salary of $95,000 – $120,000 per year, depending on experience.
How to Apply
Submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a legal writing sample through Indeed. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please briefly describe your removal defense experience, including the types of relief you have handled (e.g., asylum, cancellation of removal, bond hearings).
- How many years of experience do you have representing clients in Immigration Court (EOIR) removal proceedings?
- Are you fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing)?
- Are you admitted to a state bar and currently in good standing?
- Are you able to work on-site in San Diego, CA?
Work Location: In person
