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Immigration Attorney Salary Guide (2026)

Explore salary ranges, in-demand skills, valuable certifications, and career progression for immigration attorney roles across the legal industry.

Avg. Salary

$80,000 - $150,000

Level

Mid-Senior Level

Salary Range

Low

$80,000

Midpoint

$115,000

High

$150,000

$0$200,000
Experience level: Mid-Senior Level

Key Skills

The most in-demand skills for immigration attorney roles, based on current job postings.

Employment-Based ImmigrationH-1B/L-1 PetitionsPERM Labor CertificationAsylum/Removal DefenseFamily-Based PetitionsI-9 ComplianceImmigration Court AdvocacyUSCIS ProceduresRFE Response StrategyClient Counseling

Certifications That Boost Salary

These certifications are commonly associated with higher compensation for immigration attorney roles.

Bar Admission (State)
AILA Member (American Immigration Lawyers Association)

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