Immigration Associate

About the Role

Miller Johnson is seeking an experienced Immigration Senior Associate to join our Immigration Practice Group. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with a passion for advocacy and a desire to deepen their expertise in sophisticated immigration matters while working alongside one of Michigan's most respected immigration practitioners. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a highly specialized practice focused on complex immigration matters before federal agencies and courts. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a client-facing environment, values compassionate representation, and is eager to build upon an established legacy of excellence while preparing to serve as a future leader within the practice.

Why Miller Johnson

What sets Miller Johnson apart is not just the work we do, but how we do it. Here, you will find meaningful work, strong collaboration, and a supportive culture where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and authenticity matters. Guided by integrity and candor, grit, a down-to-earth approach, commitment to excellence, and commitment to impact, we foster an environment where attorneys can grow thriving practices, deepen client relationships, contribute meaningfully to the firm's future, and build fulfilling careers.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review
• Prepare and litigate asylum applications and other humanitarian forms of relief before the Executive Office for Immigration Review
• Draft motions, briefs, and appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals and federal courts
• Assist with habeas corpus petitions and other federal litigation matters
• Prepare and file waivers of inadmissibility and handle complex immigration matters involving significant legal and procedural challenges
• Counsel clients regarding visa revocations, denaturalization proceedings, and due process concerns
• Advise employers on H-2A and H-2B temporary worker matters and related compliance issues
• Conduct client consultations and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony
• Collaborate with colleagues across practices where immigration issues intersect including criminal, business, and other areas of law
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, professional organizations, and business development activities

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school
• Admission to the Michigan State Bar or eligibility to waive into Michigan
• 2+ years of substantive immigration law experience preferred
• Significant experience handling removal defense matters
• Experience with asylum matters, waivers of inadmissibility, and Immigration Court proceedings
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience before the Board of Immigration Appeals preferred
• Federal litigation experience, including habeas corpus matters, preferred
• Familiarity with H-2A and H-2B visa matters is a plus
• A collaborative approach and genuine passion for immigration advocacy

Our Commitment

At Miller Johnson, we are committed to creating an environment where talented individuals can do their best work and build meaningful careers. We value diverse perspectives, foster authentic relationships, and believe our collective success is strengthened by the unique experiences and contributions of our people.