Attorney - Removal Defense

Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP in New York, NY seeks a full-time Attorney for our complex removal practice. You will represent clients in removal proceedings, research immigration issues, draft pleadings, and prepare witnesses for testimony. Remote or hybrid work options apply with offices in NY, DC and Philadelphia.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in removal litigation, a solid immigration law foundation, and strong writing and advocacy skills. Bar admission is required.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of removal proceedings experience.
• Strong legal research and writing; oral advocacy ability.
• Willingness to travel for business development and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before immigration courts.
• Review documents and evidence; develop case strategy and relief options.
• Perform legal research on immigration issues in removal proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, relief applications, and briefs.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony; conduct direct and cross-examination.
• Assist with appeals and related filings before the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Counsel clients on the removal process, risks, and options; maintain client communication.
• Support marketing and business development efforts with the marketing manager.
• Collaborate with colleagues to resolve client issues and manage projects.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Attorney - Removal Defense

Full Time New York, NY, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1072

Salary Range: $145,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually

Title: Attorney - Removal Defense

Reports to: Litigation Practice Leader

Salary:$145,000 - $180,000, commensurate with experience

Job Description:

We are looking for a full-time Attorney for our complex removal practice. We represent clients in removal proceedings before the immigration courts, defending against removal and pursuing relief from removal, normally involving highly complex issues for investors. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in removal proceedings before the immigration courts and a solid foundation in immigration law and litigation practice. Candidates with removal litigation experience on behalf of the federal government are welcome.

This position will report directly to the Litigation Practice Leader

This position is open to fully remote or hybrid work in Washington, DC, Philadelphia or New York offices.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the immigration courts, including master calendar and individual merits hearings
• Review charging documents, administrative records and evidence to evaluate removability and help develop case strategy, including defenses and available forms of relief
• Provide legal research and analysis on immigration issues arising in removal proceedings, especially for investment and employment based cases
• Draft pleadings, motions, applications for relief and briefs for filing with the immigration courts
• Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony, and conduct direct and cross-examination and legal argument before immigration judges
• Assist with appeals and related filings, including drafting motions to reopen or reconsider and briefs to the Board of Immigration Appeals
• Counsel clients on the removal process, risks and options, and communicate regularly with clients regarding procedural issues and case processing
• Contribute to presentations on removal defense topics for internal and external audiences
• Support the firm's marketing and business development efforts in coordination with the firm's marketing manager
• Build a strong working knowledge of your client base and the law and procedures governing removal proceedings
• Partner with colleagues to resolve client issues, share information and support client projects.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school
• Bar admission
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in diverse removal proceedings before the immigration courts and a solid foundation in immigration law and litigation practice
• Candidates with removal litigation experience on behalf of the federal government are welcome.
• Strong legal research and writing skills and oral advocacy ability
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain a client-friendly focus
• Willingness to learn and take on added responsibilities
• Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to attend networking conferences and travel for business development opportunities as needed

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, family responsibilities, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Other Duties
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