Bilingual Removal Defense Attorney (Mandarin & English)

Law Offices of Sabrina Li•Santa Ana, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Law Offices of Sabrina Li, P.C. is seeking an experienced Mandarin-English bilingual immigration attorney with a strong background in removal defense. The role centers on immigration court litigation, including hearings, motion practice, and appeals, with removal defense as the primary focus. The attorney will take ownership of cases in a supportive, structured environment and may help expand the firm’s federal litigation practice through work involving mandamus, habeas, or APA actions. The attorney will represent clients in removal proceedings, handle post-order motions and BIA appeals, develop case strategies, prepare clients and witnesses, and coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to ensure organized, accurate, timely casework. Attorneys interested in federal litigation may support matters under senior attorney supervision, including research and drafting for federal district court filings. The position is full-time and in-person or hybrid, based in Pasadena or Santa Ana, California. Court appearances, USCIS interviews, and client meetings require in-person attendance; the firm offers flexibility for drafting, research, and case preparation. The firm describes its work as substantive and strategy-focused rather than volume-driven, and offers team support, structured workflows, opportunities to mentor and supervise paralegals and law clerks, and potential to contribute to legal strategy and team development.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active U.S. bar license.
At least 2 years of immigration law experience.
At least 1 year of removal defense experience.
Experience independently handling Master Calendar and Individual Hearings.
Strong motion practice and appellate writing skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment under the guidance of senior attorneys.
Excellent analytical, writing, and case strategy skills.
Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in mandamus, habeas, or APA litigation, or a demonstrated interest in developing experience in this area.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court, including Master Calendar and Individual Hearings.
Draft and litigate motions to reopen, reconsider, terminate, and other post-order relief.
Prepare and file appeals and briefs before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
Analyze records, including FOIA responses, to support case development.
Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings.
Appear at USCIS interviews and related proceedings as needed.
Work with senior attorneys and paralegals on case preparation and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
Oversee case preparation and workflow, maintaining organization, accuracy, and compliance across assigned matters.
Collaborate with team members to support efficient case management and strong client service.
For attorneys interested in expanding their skills, support federal court matters under senior attorney supervision, including research and drafting for mandamus, habeas, and APA actions.
Gain exposure to federal litigation strategy and filings, and draft complaints, motions, and briefs in federal district court.

Benefits

Competitive compensation depending on experience.
Additional earning potential for advanced litigation work, including federal court matters.
Performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) plan with employer contributions.
HSA options.
Paid time off.
Flexibility for drafting, research, and case preparation.