The Boltakke Law Group is a boutique immigration law firm headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized legal representation to immigrants and families navigating the U.S. immigration system. We are looking for a motivated, compassionate, and driven entry-level Immigration Attorney to join our team.
We will train the right person — but you must be a self-starter who genuinely cares about immigrants and takes pride in your work.
Our firm curates a diverse working environment for those of all backgrounds that is family friendly and considerate of daily life struggles that can sometimes impact work.
Our Culture
We are a small, close-knit team that values every person who walks through our door — clients and colleagues alike. We come from different backgrounds and believe that diversity makes us better advocates. You will be treated with respect, supported in your growth, and welcomed exactly as you are. We work hard, but we also understand that life outside the office matters.
Who We're Looking For
This is not a clock-in, clock-out position. Our clients are real people with real stakes — asylum seekers, families facing removal, individuals building their lives in this country. We need someone who feels that weight and shows up ready to fight for them every day.
The ideal candidate is:
- Hungry to learn immigration law and build meaningful relationships
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple active cases
- Genuinely passionate about immigrant rights and access to justice
- A strong communicator who treats every client with dignity and respect
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state (Virginia or Maryland preferred)
- Bilingual English/Spanish required; additional languages a plus
- Prior immigration experience helpful but not required — we will train
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court
- Prepare and file applications with USCIS, the Immigration Court and BIA
- Prepare and file motions, memos and briefs to the Immigration Court and BIA
- Appear at bond hearings, master calendar hearings, and individual merits hearings
- Communicate directly and regularly with clients throughout their cases
What We Offer
- Hands-on mentorship and training in removal defense and asylum practice
- A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- The opportunity to do work that genuinely matters
- Health Insurance Benefits
- Paid Time-Off
- Hybrid Work Possibility
Salary commiseration can be discussed and considered based off of relative experience and certification
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Language:
License/Certification:
- Juris Doctorate or LLM (Required)
Work Location: In person
