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Vacancy: Immigration (Legal Aid) Solicitor

Location: London (office-based, with occasional tribunal attendance)
Firm: Angira Solicitors

About the Role

Join our dedicated legal aid team and deliver high-quality immigration advice and representation for clients in need. You’ll handle cases related to asylum, detention appeals, deportation challenges, and human rights claims—working with a compassionate, client-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on asylum, human rights, and immigration matters

• Represent clients in Immigration Tribunals, Detention Centre bail hearings, and Judicial Reviews

• Draft legal documents, bundle statements, legal arguments and policies

• Review and prepare immigration appeals, fresh claims, and human rights cases

• Maintain accurate case management and monitor deadlines

• Uphold quality and ethical standards required by SRA and Legal Aid Agency

Eligibility Criteria

• Solicitor or barrister with experience in immigration and asylum law

• Legal Aid qualifications and Good Standing (e.g. OISC Level 2/3 or equivalent)

• Tribunal and judicial review experience preferred

• Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills

• Compassionate client support and communication

• Eligible to work in the UK (eligible for SRA and Legal Aid compliance)

Application Requirements

Please include in your application:

• CV / Solicitor’s Qualification Statement

• Statement of Suitability outlining your immigration and legal aid experience

• OISC / Legal Aid credentials or application status

• Recent references (and case management system familiarity if relevant)

• Confirmation of right to work in the UK and eligibility to take legal aid cases

How to Apply

Send your application to:
📧 recruitment@angirasolicitors.co.uk
Include subject line: “Application: Immigration Legal Aid Solicitor”

Why Join Us?

• Deliver critical support to vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals

• Work in a supportive team of Mental Health, Immigration & Private Client lawyers

• Opportunity for training and continuous professional development

• Ethical culture with a focus on impact and client satisfaction

If you’re a passionate immigration solicitor with Legal Aid experience, we’d love to hear from you.