Immigration Associate Jobs in Bellingham, WA (NOW HIRING)

Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a meaningful difference by helping immigrants and families navigate complex legal challenges.
• Handle a diverse immigration caseload spanning removal defense, humanitarian relief, family-based matters, and more.
• Build courtroom and litigation experience with direct representation before EOIR and other immigration agencies.
• Enjoy a flexible remote work arrangement while staying connected to an experienced, collaborative legal team.
• Receive competitive compensation, benefits, and use of a company vehicle.
• Grow your practice with support and training, including consideration for attorneys newer to immigration law.

Location:

Remote, with flexibility for the right candidate. You must reside within approximately 75 miles of the Seattle/Tacoma area and be available for in-person court appearances and travel to Seattle, Tacoma, Tukwila, and Bellingham, WA.

Note:

An active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state is required; Washington admission is preferred. Recent graduates with pending bar membership may also be considered.

About Us

We are a growing immigration law team dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate legal representation to clients navigating challenging immigration matters. We value thoughtful advocacy, collaboration, cultural competence, and a healthy work/life balance. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage a caseload of removal defense matters in the Seattle and Tacoma Immigration Courts.
• Analyze client circumstances, identify legal solutions, and develop effective case strategies.
• Prepare and litigate asylum, withholding of removal, CAT, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, and other forms of relief.
• Prepare bond and habeas matters and represent clients during immigration proceedings.
• Handle family-based immigration matters before USCIS, the Department of State, and consulates.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive motions, briefs, and other filings before immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, culturally responsive legal guidance.
• Collaborate with and provide direction to administrative staff regarding client needs, case status, and strategy.
• Travel as needed for court appearances and client representation throughout the Seattle/Tacoma/Bellingham area.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing in any U.S. state; Washington preferred.
• 2+ years of directly relevant immigration attorney experience preferred, but strong candidates with less experience may be considered.
• Strong legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and client communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
• Cultural competence and strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Spanish or another language is a plus.
• Ability to travel for in-person court appearances in the Seattle/Tacoma area.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to do meaningful legal work with real client impact while building valuable immigration litigation experience. Our team is collegial and supportive, with an emphasis on collaboration, professional growth, flexibility, and work/life balance. You'll have autonomy in your work while still having a team invested in your success.

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance