Legal Writer – Immigration Cases – $55,000 – $72,000 a year

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY & POSITION

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

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This is a remote, full-time position on our legal writing team. The ideal candidate for this role must possess expertise in drafting declarations and cover letters for various immigration cases, including T visas, U visas, VAWA, 601 waivers, and asylum. We are looking for candidates that are experienced, empathetic, and have a proactive approach to legal writing while maintaining sensitivity to our clients’ needs.


ABOUT THE POSITION

Our Legal Writer will be the driving force behind crafting powerful declarations and cover letters that support our clients’ immigration cases. You’ll be working closely with clients, conducting interviews, and translating their experiences into compelling narratives that address all legal elements required by USCIS.


The ideal candidate is passionate about immigration law, has exceptional writing skills, and can balance empathy with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a high-volume environment.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Interview clients to gather information about their experiences with human trafficking, domestic violence, or other hardships
  • Draft detailed, first-person declarations that address all legal elements required for specific immigration benefits
  • Craft persuasive cover letters summarizing declarations and linking elements to associated immigration benefits
  • Collaborate with supervising attorneys to revise and refine declarations and cover letters
  • Meet tight deadlines in a high-volume work environment
  • Utilize drafting software to enhance efficiency
  • Maintain a high level of empathy and professionalism when dealing with sensitive client information

REQUIREMENTS:

  • 3+ years of experience working in family-based immigration law or equivalent legal writing experience
  • Background as a paralegal, law clerk (attorney pending bar admission), or licensed attorney
  • Exceptional legal writing skills with a strong attention to detail
  • Fluency in English; fluency in Spanish highly preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and comfort with AI-assisted drafting tools
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to conduct sensitive interviews
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment
  • Emotional resilience to handle potentially traumatic client stories

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You are a skilled writer with a passion for crafting compelling narratives
  • You have a deep understanding of immigration law and USCIS requirements
  • You are empathetic and able to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds
  • You can balance emotional sensitivity with the ability to meet deadlines and high-volume demands
  • You are detail-oriented and can ensure all legal elements are addressed in declarations
  • You embody our firm’s values and are committed to making a difference in immigrants’ lives