Defensive Attorney

Murray Osorio PLLC

Silver Spring (MD)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role with collaborative culture
Professional growth and continuous学习
Comprehensive Medical Insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid Parental Leave
CLE and Bar Membership Reimbursements
Partnership track
Parking reimbursement
On-site parking

Job summary

Murray Osorio PLLC is seeking a Defensive Attorney to join our team in Fairfax or Charlottesville, VA, or Silver Spring, MD. The role offers a hybrid schedule with on-site presence three days per week and opportunities for leadership development toward partnership.

You will handle your own caseload, work with paralegals and attorneys, and contribute to firm committees while expanding expertise in removal defense and related immigration practice areas.

Qualifications

  • Active bar membership.
  • 0-3 years of experience in immigration law.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
  • High level of attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
  • Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in conducting thorough legal research using legal platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis of immigration law cases.
  • Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on immigration matters, including asylum, cancellation of removal, and general removal defense.
  • Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
  • Provide effective guidance and support to clients throughout the immigration process.
  • Lead and manage multiple case files with strong organizational skills.
  • Collaborate with team members to enhance legal strategies and case outcomes.
  • Stay updated on evolving immigration laws and policies to ensure compliance.

Skills

Active bar membership
Immigration law
Exceptional written and verbal沟通技能

Education

Law Degree or JD

Tools

Legal research platforms

Job description

Location: Fairfax or Charlottesville, VA, or Silver Spring, MD

Reports to: Senior Partner

Department: Defensive

FLSA Status: Exempt

About us

Murray Osorio PLLC is a fast-growing immigration law firm with offices in Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey. We are dedicated to making a positive impact on people’s lives. Our firm represents individuals and companies before courts, government offices, and consular posts worldwide.

We specialize in removal defense, humanitarian applications, family-based immigration, criminal immigration, employment-based immigration, naturalization, and appellate and federal litigation.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate, motivated Defensive Attorney to join our thriving legal team inour Fairfax or Charlottesville, VA, or Silver Spring, Maryland, office. This is a fantastic opportunity for attorneys eager to build their careers, develop leadership skills, and pursue a clear, performance-based path to partnership.

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Fairfax or Charlottesville, VA, or Silver Spring, Maryland, with the expectation of on-site presence three days a week.

As a valued member of our firm, you will

  • Manage your own caseload while meeting case progression benchmarks.
  • Collaborate closely with paralegals and fellow attorneys to ensure seamless case handling.
  • Participate in firm committees under the guidance of firm partners, contributing to the firm's operations and success.
  • Enjoy a hybrid work model, blending flexibility with opportunities to meet clients and attend in-office events.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis of immigration law cases.
  • Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on immigration matters, including asylum, cancellation of removal, and general removal defense.
  • Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
  • Provide effective guidance and support to clients throughout the immigration process.
  • Lead and manage multiple case files with strong organizational skills.
  • Collaborate with team members to enhance legal strategies and case outcomes.
  • Stay updated on evolving immigration laws and policies to ensure compliance.
Qualifications
  • Active bar membership.
  • 0-3 years of experience in immigration law.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
  • High level of attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
  • Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in conducting thorough legal research using legal platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Fluency in Spanish and/or other languages.
  • Additional experience in specific immigration law specialties or areas of practice.

At Murray Osorio PLLC, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

  • Hybrid role with collaborative, mission-driven culture
  • Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (available after one year of service).
  • Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and Bar Membership Reimbursements to support your professional growth.
  • Partnership track.
  • Parking reimbursement (Not guaranteed; Eligibility based on Attorney working from MD or NJ office at least three days a week)
  • On-site and nearby parking options are available for employee convenience
Why Join Us?

If you are a motivated Legal Professional looking to grow your career in a collaborative and supportive environment, we would love to have you on our team!

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