Immigration Attorney -Litigation Focus
Musa-Obregon & Associates is a full-service New York law firm seeking an Immigration Associate to join their growing litigation practice. The role focuses on representing clients in immigration courts and involves substantial courtroom exposure and hands-on litigation experience.
Responsibilities
- Appear before Immigration Courts in master calendar and individual hearings
- Handle asylum, withholding, CAT, cancellation of removal, bond, and removal defense matters
- Draft motions, briefs, affidavits, and supporting evidence
- Represent detained and non-detained clients
- Prepare filings for the BIA and federal district courts, including habeas petitions where applicable
- Communicate directly with clients and develop case strategy
- Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to manage active dockets
Skills
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice and in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction (NY, NJ, PA or CT admission preferred but not required)
- 0–5+ years of immigration or litigation experience welcomed
- Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple cases
- Spanish or other language skills a plus, but not required
Benefits
- Performance-based growth opportunities
- Meaningful courtroom and litigation experience
- Mentorship and hands-on training
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Hybrid flexibility available depending on role and experience
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