Associate Attorney - Family Immigration amp Civil Litigation

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Brooklyn, New York, to join their expanding practice. The firm represents clients in Family Law, Immigration Law, and Civil Litigation, offering a meaningful opportunity for an attorney passionate about courtroom advocacy and community-focused legal services.

Duties

• Manage an active caseload involving divorce, custody, support disputes, immigration petitions, removal defense, and general civil litigation.
• Draft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, discovery responses, affidavits, and memorandums of law.
• Appear in New York Family Courts, Supreme Court, Federal immigration courts, USCIS interviews, and related proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, providing compassionate and solution-oriented legal counsel.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the New York Bar (or bar results pending with eligibility to practice under supervision).
• 1-3 years of litigation or relevant practice experience preferred; motivated entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism, discretion, and empathy.
• Bilingual proficiency, especially in Spanish, Russian, or another commonly spoken language in NYC communities, is a plus.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar (or bar results pending with eligibility to practice under supervision).

Skills

• Research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills.
• Professionalism, discretion, and empathy in handling sensitive matters.
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development support
• Hands-on courtroom experience and mentorship from experienced litigators
• Collaborative work environment with opportunities for long-term growth

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306