Immigration Litigation Attorney

At Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C., we are on a mission to empower immigrants and protect their rights through exceptional legal representation and bold advocacy. As one of Californias premier immigration law firms, we are seeking the best of the bestattorneys who are not only legally brilliant but also deeply committed to justice, service, and impact.

We are currently hiring an Immigration Litigation Attorney to develop the federal litigation efforts within our firm. This is a high-impact role for an outstanding litigator who thrives on complex challenges and is passionate about defending immigrants in removal proceedings, federal court, and beyond.

• Key Responsibilities :

As an Immigration Litigation Attorney, you will :

• Lead and manage complex federal litigation, including habeas corpus petitions, petitions for review, and constitutional challenges on behalf of detained and non-detained immigrants.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and appeals in federal and immigration courts.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify litigation opportunities and build compelling cases.
• Negotiate settlements and monitor compliance with court orders and agreements.
• Contribute to the development of litigation templates, training materials, and best practices for firm-wide use.
• Depending on your experience, be under the mentorship and supervision of other attorneys with federal litigation experience.
• Qualifications :

We are looking for a top-tier attorney who meets the following criteria :

• Minimum of 37 years of legal experience, preferably in immigration law and / or federal litigation.
• Demonstrated strong aptitude for complex legal reasoning, research, and writing.
• Preferred : A strong background in federal litigation and immigration law, including habeas corpus litigation, petitions for review, mandamus / APA litigation, and / or other complex immigration-related federal cases
• Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Preferred : Admission to the California Bar (or willingness to seek admission).
• Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights, social justice, and public interest law.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Why Join Us?
• Be part of a visionary team thats redefining what it means to advocate for immigrants.
• Work on cutting-edge cases that shape the future of immigration law in California and beyond.
• Enjoy a supportive, values-driven culture that prioritizes excellence, integrity, and impact.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Benefits and Hours

The starting base salary is $110,000-$145,000 / year depending on experience. We offer 11 paid federal holidays, medical, dental, vacation, and matching 401K benefits. We build team through happy hours, book clubs, outings, an educational stipend, and all-team training days. Additionally, we will invest in your training and development to turn you into a well-rounded, powerful team member. This position is full-time (in the office at least 3 days a week), Monday through Friday from 9 : 00am-5 : 00pm.

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• To Apply :

1. Attach your resume as a PDF.

2. Attach your cover letter as a PDF. In your cover letter, please respond to the following questions :

a. What makes you an outstanding candidate for this role?

b. If you speak Spanish, answer in Spanish : Por que te gusta trabajar con inmigrantes? If you do not speak Spanish, then answer that question in English.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $110,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience :

• immigration law and / or federal litigation : 3 years (Required)

Language :

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location : In person

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