Associate Immigration Attorney - Removal Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) with matching

Team lunches

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Immigration Attorney in Frederick, Maryland, focusing on removal defense. The role involves handling a docket of removal defense cases and opportunities for mentorship and growth within the firm.

You will represent clients in immigration removal defense proceedings, prepare and present cases in court (EOIR and BIA appeals), and contribute to firm visibility through referrals and strategic planning for the immigration practice.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Courtroom advocacy

Legal analysis

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Strategic thinking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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.