Immigration Litigation Trial Attorney — Federal Court Defense

U.S. Department of Justice; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 64,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Justice — Office of Immigration Litigation in Washington, DC seeks Trial Attorneys to lead civil immigration litigation, handling high-stakes appellate and district court matters nationwide. Roles involve coordinating with agency clients, developing strategy, drafting pleadings, and engaging in hearings and settlements.

Applicants must hold a J.D. or equivalent and be licensed to practice in any State or DC, with strong advocacy and legal writing skills.

Qualifications

• J.D., or equivalent, and active bar admission in good standing.
• Preference for strong advocacy and legal writing skills.
• Experience arguing motions, handling discovery, and federal clerkship desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with agency clients and craft litigation strategy.
• Conduct pre-trial work and draft complaints, motions, answers, and briefs.
• Participate in hearings, oral arguments, and court-ordered discussions.
• Engage in settlement talks and assist in appellate/mandamus matters.

Skills

Advocacy

Legal writing

Motions experience

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Bar admission in any State/DC

Job description

U.S. Department of Justice — Office of Immigration Litigation in Washington, DC seeks Trial Attorneys to lead civil immigration litigation, handling high-stakes appellate and district court matters nationwide. Roles involve coordinating with agency clients, developing strategy, drafting pleadings, and engaging in hearings and settlements.

Applicants must hold a J.D. or equivalent and be licensed to practice in any State or DC, with strong advocacy and legal writing skills.