Associate Immigration Attorney
Location: Kew Gardens, NY
Salary: $75,000 - $100,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
Job Type: Full-time
About Us
We are an immigration law firm providing representation in family-based immigration, deportation defense, asylum, naturalization, and business immigration matters. We pride ourselves on delivering zealous advocacy and compassionate legal services to our diverse clientele.
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Associate Immigration Attorney to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1-2 years of experience in immigration law to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, client-focused practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to immigrant rights, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to effectively represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, and federal courts.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in removal defense proceedings, asylum hearings, adjustment of status, naturalization, waivers, and other immigration matters.
- Prepare and file applications, petitions, motions, and briefs before USCIS, EOIR, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and appellate briefs.
- Attend immigration court hearings, USCIS interviews, and bond hearings.
- Communicate effectively with clients, providing case updates and guidance throughout the legal process.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to develop case strategies.
- Stay current on immigration laws, regulations, and policy changes.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction (good standing required).
- 1-2 years of experience in immigration law, including family-based petitions, asylum, waivers, removal defense, and employment-based cases.
- Experience appearing before EOIR and USCIS preferred.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to handle a fast-paced caseload and meet deadlines.
- Passion for immigration law and advocacy.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($75,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience).
- Employer funded Pension
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit the following:
- Resume
- Cover letter explaining your interest in immigration law
- Writing sample (preferably an immigration-related brief o
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Ability to Commute:
- Kew Gardens, NY (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kew Gardens, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person