Jobs in Baker, LA

Join a GREAT PLACE TO WORK® Certified Team at C.R. Wannamaker Law!

Are you a passionate immigration attorney who thrives in high-impact, fast-paced environments? Do you believe strong advocacy, client trust, and leadership can change lives? We’re looking for a driven Associate Attorney – Removal Defense to join our mission-focused team and represent immigrants fighting to remain with their families and communities.

This is a dynamic, client-facing role for an attorney who is courtroom-ready, growth-minded, and motivated to build and manage their own caseload from start to finish.

We’re Hiring: Associate Attorney – Removal Defense

Location: Baton Rouge

FLSA: Exempt

What You’ll Do:

Removal Defense & Court Representation:

Represent clients in immigration court, including Master Calendar and Individual/Merits Hearings, and appear at USCIS interviews with confidence and skill.

Legal Strategy & Case Ownership:

Develop and execute comprehensive legal strategies while owning and managing your full caseload from intake through resolution.

Detention Center Outreach:

Regularly visit local detention centers to meet with detained individuals, assess relief options, and convert consultations into retained cases.

Business Development / Case Sales:

Take responsibility for selling your own cases, building trust with potential clients, and clearly communicating value and legal strategy.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

Supervise and elevate the work of paralegals and legal assistants through training, feedback, and leadership.

Professionalism & Ethics:

Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, judgment, and professionalism in all client and court interactions.

Collaboration:

Work closely with a mission-driven legal team committed to excellence, compassion, and results.

What You Bring:

JD from an accredited university

Active bar license in any U.S. state

Experience as a licensed attorney (immigration experience strongly preferred)

Litigation experience a plus

Supervisory experience a plus

Bilingual Spanish preferred

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Excellent research, organization, and time-management abilities

Confidence meeting clients in detention settings and converting consultations

High proficiency in MS Office & Google Workspace

Sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail

Why Join C.R. Wannamaker Law?

GREAT PLACE TO WORK® Certified – people-first culture

Mission-Driven Immigration Practice changing lives daily

Market-Leading Salary + Performance-Based Bonuses

High-Impact Work with Real Client Ownership

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

Ongoing Training, Mentorship & Leadership Growth

Ready to Defend, Lead, and Build Your Practice?

If you’re an immigration attorney who wants courtroom experience, client ownership, and the opportunity to grow while making a real difference—we want to hear from you.

APPLY NOW and help us protect families, dignity, and futures.

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