Legal Writer - Immigration Cases (contract)

Legal Writer - Immigration Cases

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.

This is a remote, full-time contract 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

COMPENSATION

We offer a competitive salary range depending on experience, skill, and qualifications.

Additional Benefits

• Paid professional development opportunities
• Remote work flexibility
  
• Paid time off
  
• Opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives

If you're excited about using your legal writing expertise to help change the lives of immigrants and make a real difference in the world, we want to hear from you! Please follow the application instructions below. Please note, however, that if you don't love everything in this ad, please don't apply—you deserve to spend your working hours at a company that makes you feel completely alive; please don't settle!

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

If you'd like to be considered for this role, please submit the following:

• Cover letter and PDF of your resume
• In your cover letter, please answer the following questions:
  1. Why do you think you are the best fit for this position at New Frontier Immigration Law?
  2. Describe a challenging declaration or waiver you've completed and how you ensured it met all necessary legal requirements.
  3. Why are you interested in supporting our immigration law efforts?
• Please include a link to a 3-minute video introduction. (We will not review videos longer than 3 minutes. Please ensure the video is viewable to anyone with the link.)
• A writing sample of a legal document you've drafted (with all identifying information redacted)
  

LEARN MORE ABOUT NEW FRONTIER

At New Frontier Immigration Law, we are guided by our core values of L.I.V.E. to help immigrants LIVE FREE, and we apply the same principles to our internal operations. Here's how our values play a part in this job:

Legacy
We are a growing law firm with a passion for helping immigrants and their families live completely free, and we believe in empowering our team to live their best professional lives through efficient, automated processes. We focus on family-based and humanitarian immigration and removal defense, and we need a marketing wizard who can help our marketing efforts reach more people who want to build their legacy in the USA.

Innovate
We are innovative, not only in the ways we serve our clients but in how we operate internally. We're looking for someone who can see the big picture of our operations and creatively apply technology to solve problems. If you're just looking for a J.O.B.—this isn't it. We are doing life-changing work and want someone who believes that their marketing expertise can amplify our impact!

Vested
We are vested in the outcome of every case and in the productivity of every team member. We believe it's crucial to create an atmosphere where technology enhances human potential. Your role will be key in ensuring that our marketing efforts reach the right people – our amazing clients – by creating and managing campaigns that are relevant and effective.

Excellence
We believe in holding ourselves to the highest standards, and that includes our marketing efforts. We expect our Senior Marketing Manager to continuously push the boundaries of what's possible, always learning and implementing best practices in marketing.

You can learn more about our mission, clients, and values here. If you're excited about changing lives through marketing, this is the role for you!

Learn More About Attorney Hillary

You may have heard of our founder, Attorney Hillary, on her top-ranked podcast, Immigration Law Made Easy, through her TEDx Talk, "Captives Among Us: How U.S. Immigration Law Encourages Domestic Violence," or maybe you saw her on Inc. Magazine's 250 Female Founders list this year. To learn more about our founder, click here.

If you're excited about harnessing the power of marketing to transform people's lives, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to help 1 million immigrants L.I.V.E. FREE through innovative, compassionate, and effective marketing strategies by applying today!