Associate Immigration Attorney - Removal Defense

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Immigration Attorney specializing in removal defense in Frederick, Maryland. This role involves handling a docket of immigration removal defense cases, with opportunities for mentorship and growth within the firm.

Duties

• Represent clients in immigration removal defense proceedings.
• Prepare and present cases in court, including EOIR and BIA appeals.
• Develop referral relationships and contribute to firm visibility.
• Engage in strategic planning for the firm's immigration practice.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in immigration removal defense or related proceedings.
• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
• Demonstrated courtroom experience in immigration removal court.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Commitment to serving immigrant communities facing removal proceedings.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in a U.S. state bar.

Skills

• Excellent courtroom advocacy and legal analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and strategic thinking.

Benefits

• Health insurance with 90% employer-paid premiums.
• Vision and dental coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums.
• Full coverage for short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match annually.
• Weekly team lunches and social activities.
• At least 10 paid holidays annually.

Embracing new challenges every day. This Maryland law firm takes on cases regardless of complexity, ensuring that clients in dire need can find the success they deserve. With a focus on immigration, this firm's experience allows it to split its areas of expertise between litigation, and non-litigation matters. A team of under eight attorneys has a personal connection to immigration law, which lends them a layer of understanding lost on other firms.