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Immigration Attorney (Removal Defense) – Remote Long-Term Temporary Position
Beacon Hill Legal is seeking an Immigration Attorney to join a sophisticated removal defense practice representing clients in removal proceedings before the immigration courts. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex immigration matters involving investors and employment-based cases while collaborating closely with an experienced litigation team.
This is a fully remote, long-term temporary opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in removal proceedings before the immigration courts, including master calendar hearings and individual merits hearings
- Analyze charging documents, administrative records, and evidence to assess removability and develop strategic defenses
- Conduct legal research and provide analysis on immigration issues related to removal proceedings, particularly in investment-based and employment-based matters
- Draft motions, pleadings, applications for relief, briefs, and other court filings
- Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony and represent clients before immigration judges through oral advocacy, direct examination, and cross-examination
- Assist with appeals and post-decision filings, including motions to reopen, motions to reconsider, and briefs before the Board of Immigration Appeals
- Counsel clients regarding removal proceedings, available forms of relief, risks, and case strategy
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments and procedural matters
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to support client matters and case management
- Participate in business development, presentations, and client education initiatives as needed
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school
- Active bar admission in good standing
- Minimum of one year of experience handling removal proceedings before the immigration courts
- Strong knowledge of immigration law and litigation procedures
- Experience drafting legal briefs, motions, and immigration court filings
- Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Strong interpersonal and client-service skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Prior removal litigation experience on behalf of the federal government is highly preferred but not required
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with a team
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to gain experience with highly complex removal defense matters while working remotely with a respected immigration practice.
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