Associate Immigration Attorney (Removal + Family) - Full-Time, In-Person / Hybrid

Mesa Law PLLC seeks an entry–mid level Associate to handle removal defense and family-based matters. You'll appear in EOIR (Boston / Chelmsford), prepare and file family and humanitarian applications with USCIS / CBP / DOS, draft motions and briefs, and work closely with the Managing Partner for training and case strategy.

This position is ideal for attorneys who want to practice immigration law at a high level of excellence while working in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file applications with USCIS, CBP, and DOS (AOS, IV, I-130 / I-485, I-765 / I-131, I-601 / 601A, I-212, I-751, N-400, FOIAs, etc.).
• Represent clients in removal proceedings (master and individual hearings), including bond; draft motions, briefs, and evidence packets for EOIR / BIA.
• Handle humanitarian matters (VAWA, asylum / withholding / CAT, U / T visas, SIJS as applicable).
• Communicate with clients with clarity and compassion; manage case strategy and timelines.
• Work within document management and case-tracking software (e.g., MyCase or comparable systems) to manage tasks, deadlines, and client records, in coordination with our virtual operations team.

Qualifications

Bar admission with willingness and ability to appear before EOIR in Boston or Chelmsford, either in-person or virtually.

2–6 years of immigration law experience (clinics / externships count if substantive).

Strong legal research, brief-writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with both in-office and virtual teams.

Client-first mindset;

Preferred

Prior removal defense representation.

Familiarity with MyCase (or comparable CMS) and evidence-heavy case preparation.

Bar admission

Work Setup

Based in Greater Manchester NH, with hybrid flexibility (e.g., three days on-site).

Regular appearances at Boston and / or Chelmsford Immigration Court, with some travel as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary : $80,000–$100,000 (depends on experience), with potential performance-based bonuses.

401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

Bar dues, CLE, and malpractice insurance covered;

Parking & Travel stipend for court appearances (Boston / Chelmsford).

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Education :

Doctorate (Required)

Experience :

Immigration law : 2 years (Required)

Language :

Spanish (Preferred)

License / Certification :

Bar (Required)

Ability to Commute :

Manchester, NH 03101 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Manchester, NH 03101 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Manchester, NH 03101

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