Appellate Immigration Judge – Federal Appeals

U.S. Department of Justice; United States; On-site; USD 162,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Justice – Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) seeks Appellate Immigration Judges for the Board of Immigration Appeals. The incumbent reviews records on appeal, may hear oral arguments, and makes decisions in removal and related immigration matters.

This is an excepted service position with a probationary period and potential conversion. The ideal candidate has a law degree (LL.B./J.D./LL.M.), active bar licensure, and at least seven years post-bar experience in

Qualifications

• Education: LL.B., J.D., or LL.M. degree (month/year and issuing school).
• Licensure: active bar member, licensed to practice law in any state, territory, or DC.
• Experience: seven (7) years post-bar experience in hearings or trials involving litigation or administrative law at federal/state/local levels.

Responsibilities

• Review records on appeal including briefs, exhibits and transcripts.
• Hear oral argument when appropriate and issue decisions with impartiality and professionalism.
• Duties include removal proceedings, discretionary relief, and related immigration matters.

Education

LL.B., J.D., or LL.M. degree

Job description

U.S. Department of Justice – Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) seeks Appellate Immigration Judges for the Board of Immigration Appeals. The incumbent reviews records on appeal, may hear oral arguments, and makes decisions in removal and related immigration matters.

This is an excepted service position with a probationary period and potential conversion. The ideal candidate has a law degree (LL.B./J.D./LL.M.), active bar licensure, and at least seven years post-bar experience in