The Associate Attorney has a key role in our practice. This is a hands-on position and will handle complex matters while maintaining an active caseload. This role requires a depth of experience, sound judgment, and a steady presence in a busy immigration practice.

• Handle aspects of removal proceedings

• Conduct consultations with potential clients to assess their legal needs

• Draft and manage asylum petitions

• Prepare and file family-based petitions

• Review immigration applications/packets and make any necessary adjustments

• Knowledge of immigration concepts and strategic solutions

• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

• Collaborate with colleagues on cases involving family reunification, asylum, or deportation defense

• Use case management system/database, various firm systems, and project management skills to monitor case milestones, follow up with clients, and meet both legal and client-relations deadlines

• Exercise meticulous attention to detail to produce error-free forms, correspondence, and related legal work product

• Prepare and represent clients at USCIS interviews

• Other tasks as required to meet client and firm needs

• Minimum 3 years in immigration law and related legal issues, in a multi-attorney or high- volume practice

• Strong command of family-based, asylum, removal defense, and waiver matters

• Strong legal writing and courtroom advocacy skills

• Experience with detained cases and removal defense strongly preferred

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Clear, confident communication skills with clients and colleagues

• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage complex matters independently

• A calm, solutions-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal litigation experience a plus

• Federal Habeas Corpus litigation experience a plus

• Proficiency with cloud-based immigration case management systems

Angel F. Leal Jr. P.A. is an established Miami-based immigration law firm committed to advocating for individuals and families navigating complex immigration matters with clarity, compassion, and precision. Our practice balances a high-volume environment with personalized client service, and we pride ourselves on collaboration, accountability, and professional growth, all in service of excellent client outcomes.