Immigration Attorney (Case Preparation)

Why Apply to New Frontier Immigration Law

Join the New Frontier Immigration Law team and help change the lives of 1 million undocumented immigrants in the USA. Our mid-sized law firm in Phoenix, AZ is committed to humanitarian-based immigration and finding innovative solutions for seemingly impossible problems.

About the Opportunity
We are seeking a licensed Immigration attorney to provide paralegal and legal assistant support to our U.S.-based immigration attorneys. This unique role allows you to work on meaningful humanitarian immigration cases while our U.S. offices are closed, ensuring seamless 24-hour case progression.

You'll work remotely during your country's daytime hours (which correspond to U.S. evening/night hours), preparing case files, drafting documents, conducting legal research, and assembling applications so that when our U.S. attorneys start their workday, cases are ready to review and file.

This is a mission-driven role where your work directly impacts families seeking safety, reunification, and legal status in the United States. You'll be part of a global team committed to humanitarian immigration advocacy.

Responsibilities

Case Preparation & Document Assembly:
Prepare and assemble complex immigration applications including I-130, I-485, I-751, I-601A, VAWA (I-360), U visa (I-918), T visa (I-914), SIJS petitions, asylum applications (I-589), and naturalization (N-400)
Review client intake information and organize supporting documentation (birth certificates, marriage certificates, police records, medical records, affidavits, etc.)
Draft cover letters, legal memoranda, and case summaries for attorney review
Prepare evidentiary exhibits and organize them according to USCIS filing requirements
Legal Research & Writing:
Conduct legal research on immigration law, case precedents, country conditions, and USCIS policy guidance
Draft declarations, affidavits, and hardship statements for humanitarian cases
Research state-specific requirements for SIJS predicate orders and family court filings
Prepare legal briefs and memoranda on complex immigration issues
EOIR & Court Support:
Prepare removal defense packages including asylum applications, cancellation of removal filings, and bond motions
Organize evidence for Immigration Court hearings (Master Calendar and Individual Hearings)
Draft motions to terminate, motions to reopen, and motions to reconsider
Compile country conditions evidence and expert witness materials
Quality Control & Compliance:
Review applications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with USCIS requirements
Conduct internal quality checks before attorney final review
Ensure all deadlines are tracked and cases are filed timely
Maintain organized digital case files using Filevine case management software
Client Communication Support:
Draft client correspondence and case status updates for attorney approval
Prepare interview preparation materials for USCIS interviews
Translate documents (if applicable language skills)
Assist with client document collection requests
Collaboration & Handoff:
Provide detailed case notes and handoff summaries for U.S. attorneys each morning
Participate in virtual team meetings (may require flexibility for U.S. business hours occasionally)
Collaborate with U.S.-based paralegals and attorneys through Slack, Microsoft Teams, or similar platforms
Flag urgent issues or questions for attorney attention

Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
Licensed attorney (LLB + Bar Council enrollment in India)
Hands-on experience preparing these specific USCIS forms:
I-589 (Asylum applications)
I-360 (VAWA self-petitions)
I-918 (U visa) OR I-914 (T visa)
Experience with removal defense / cancellation of removal
Previous work with U.S. law firms or U.S. immigration organizations
3+ years legal experience
Fluent English (legal writing level)

Ideal Candidate Also Has
Filevine, Clio, or MyCase experience
EOIR court proceeding knowledge (Master Calendar/Individual Hearings)
Trauma-informed approach to humanitarian cases
Experience drafting I-601A hardship waivers, SIJS petitions, or N-400 applications

Compensation & Logistics
$1,400-$1,750 USD/monthly (contractor basis) (40 hours/wk) Remote work from India
Work hours: 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM IST or 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM IST
Initial training during Arizona business hours (flexibility required for 1-2 weeks)

Technical Requirements
High-speed internet
Professional home office setup
Aomputer capable of running Filevine

How to Apply -Step 1: Apply with your resume  -Step 2: ONLY if you meet the qualifications and have reviewed the details for the role (NON NEGOTIABLE), schedule time to meet with me for a 30-minute discussion with me.  Book time with Arianna Muro: PM Attorney Role (India) - Greeting & Mission Alignment Session

New Frontier Immigration Law is committed to humanitarian advocacy. We seek attorneys passionate about helping vulnerable immigrant populations navigate complex legal pathways to safety and family reunification.