Luqman Law is a Frederick, Maryland, law firm serving immigrant communities with immigration, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. We are hiring an Associate Attorney to manage an immigration caseload before USCIS, the Immigration Court (EOIR), and the Board of Immigration Appeals, with appellate work in the Fourth Circuit. You'll have real independence and the support of an experienced team, including in-house interpreters and translators, two paralegals, and full administrative and billing support.

Responsibilities:

Represent clients in removal proceedings, including Master and Individual Calendar hearings
Prepare and file asylum, withholding of removal, and Convention Against Torture claims
Handle VAWA self-petitions, U visas, T visas, SIJS, and TPS cases
Prepare family-based petitions and adjustment of status (Forms I-130, I-485, I-751)
File I-601 and I-601A waivers, naturalization (N-400), and consular processing
Draft motions and briefs consistent with EOIR and BIA practice manuals
Conduct client interviews and hearing preparation, working with the firm's in-house interpreter for limited-English-proficient clients
Optional cross-coverage of criminal-defense and personal-injury matters

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor and admission to the Maryland Bar, or admission in another U.S. jurisdiction with willingness to seek Maryland admission
Familiarity with the Immigration and Nationality Act, Title 8 C.F.R., the USCIS Policy Manual, and EOIR/BIA practice
Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
1+ years of immigration law experience preferred; newer graduates with clinic or fellowship experience and EOIR exposure will be considered

Benefits:

Health insurance contribution
Paid Maryland Bar dues, AILA membership, and CLE
Professional liability (malpractice) coverage
Paid time off and recognized holidays

To apply: Submit your resume, a cover letter, a writing sample, and two references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Bar (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Frederick, MD 21702 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Frederick, MD 21702: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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