Deportation-Removal Defense Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a committed and energetic attorney in Mineola, NY, with experience in deportation-removal defense. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and English and have a minimum of three years of relevant experience. They will join a collaborative team dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation to the immigrant community.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of deportation-removal defense cases.
• Prepare bond applications and conduct bond hearings.
• Prepare applications for relief, including cancellation of removal, waiver applications, and asylum claims.
• Conduct individual hearings and legal research.
• Prepare motions, memos of law, and BIA appeals.
• Track and meet deadlines for submissions.
• Supervise paralegals to ensure thorough case preparation.
• Conduct client intakes and maintain client communication.
• Appear before USCIS in the New York Metropolitan area.

Requirements

• JD from a U.S. law school.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• At least three years of experience in deportation-removal defense.
• Commitment to high-quality legal work.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a U.S. law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan.
• Three weeks paid vacation and one week personal/sick time.
• All federal holidays off.
• Free parking and on-site cafeteria.

This New York law firm has over two decades of experience in litigation. Their areas of practice include criminal defense, traffic violations, immigration law, and deportation removal defense.