Attorney - Federal Court Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote/hybrid work

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Washington, DC seeks a full-time Attorney for federal court immigration litigation. The role involves challenging delayed or denied immigration petitions in federal courts and engaging in impact litigation, with flexible remote or hybrid work arrangements.

Requirements include a J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school, Bar admission, and 5 years of federal court practice with administrative law experience. Travel to the Philadelphia office is required twice a year.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission.
• 5 years of experience in federal court practice with a strong background in administrative law principles.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review administrative records to develop challenges to agency decisions.
• Conduct research and analysis on immigration issues in federal court.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents for federal court filings.
• Prepare and conduct arguments before federal judges.
• Represent clients in complex removal proceedings involving investment-based migration.
• Present federal court litigation options to internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with the marketing manager on business development efforts.
• Develop expertise in client base and administrative law principles related to immigration.
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues and support projects.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding procedural issues and case processing.

Skills

Verbal skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Education

J.D. from accredited U.S. law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Attorney for its federal court litigation practice in Washington, DC. The role involves challenging delayed or denied immigration petitions in federal courts and engaging in impact litigation. The position offers flexibility for remote or hybrid work arrangements.

Duties

• Review administrative records to develop legal challenges to adverse agency decisions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on immigration issues in federal court.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents for federal court filings.
• Prepare and conduct arguments before federal judges.
• Represent clients in complex removal proceedings involving investment-based migration.
• Present federal court litigation options to internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with the marketing manager on business development efforts.
• Develop expertise in client base and administrative law principles related to immigration.
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues and support projects.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding procedural issues and case processing.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission.
• 5 years of experience in federal court practice with a strong background in administrative law principles.
• Litigation experience on behalf of the federal government is welcome.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.
• Ability to work as part of a team and show initiative.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Travel to the Philadelphia office required twice a year.
• Willingness to attend networking conferences and travel for business development as needed.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements with options for remote or hybrid work.