Job description:
Peynado Law Firm is a nationally recognized immigration and personal injury law firm committed to providing exceptional legal representation and outstanding client service. We are seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to oversee our immigration department and lead a team of support staff.
The ideal candidate is an experienced immigration attorney with strong leadership skills, excellent legal judgment, and the ability to manage both complex cases and team operations in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and supervise the immigration legal team
- Oversee case preparation and ensure quality control across all filings
- Handle immigration matters before USCIS and EOIR, including:
- Family-based petitions and Adjustment of status
- Removal defense & appeals
- Asylum
- U Visas
- Waivers
- Motions and bond hearings
- Consular processing
- Review and prepare legal filings, declarations, briefs and supporting evidence
- Conduct client consultations and develop case strategy
- Monitor deadlines, court appearances, and case progression
- Mentor and support attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants
- Maintain accurate records using Clio, Docketwise, and related systems
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with a U.S. state bar
- Minimum 3 years of immigration law experience
- Strong knowledge of USCIS and EOIR procedures
- Experience managing immigration cases from start to finish
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload
- Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred
- Experience with Clio and Docketwise preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $100,000–$125,000 based on experience
- Performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 3% match
- 3 Weeks paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development: 100% employer paid CLEs, legal education courses, bar dues and professional training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Travel and expense reimbursements
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person and Hybrid
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
