Experienced Immigration, Family, and Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly skilled attorney with substantial experience in immigration law, family law, and civil litigation in Brooklyn, NY. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise and a strategic approach to managing a diverse caseload with precision and professionalism.

Duties

• Draft and file briefs before the Board of Immigration Appeals and the U.S. Court of Appeals.
• Represent clients at Asylum Officer Interviews, Adjustment of Status Interviews, and Naturalization Interviews.
• Prepare and argue motions before the Board of Immigration Appeals and appear at various Immigration Court hearings.
• Draft and prepare family-based petitions, asylum applications, and naturalization applications.
• Assemble evidentiary submissions for deportation/removal proceedings.
• Work closely with clients, focusing on the Chinese-American immigrant community.
• Handle contested and uncontested divorce proceedings.
• Represent clients in civil litigation, including business disputes and landlord-tenant matters.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney with a J.D. or LL.M.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects under strict deadlines.
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage complex, high-volume matters.

Education

• J.D. or LL.M.

Certifications

• Licensed attorney

Skills

• Technical expertise in immigration, family, and civil litigation law.
• Disciplined and strategic approach to caseload management.
• Strong organizational skills.