Attorney (New York Bar Admitted)

Job Title: Personal Injury Defense Attorney / Immigration Attorney

Location: Queens, New York

Firm: Gehi & Associates

About Us:

Gehi & Associates is a well-established Queens-based law firm with a strong reputation for providing effective legal representation across various practice areas. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Immigration Attorney / Personal Injury Defense Attorney to join our team on a freelance basis.

Position Overview:

The Immigration Attorney/ Personal Injury Defense Attorney will be responsible for independently handling personal injury defense matters, including litigation, legal research, drafting, settlement negotiations, and filing appearances. This is an excellent opportunity for a solo practitioner, semi-retired attorney, or freelance attorney with strong litigation and negotiation skills who wishes to work with a dynamic and growing law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• * File notice of appearance and manage assigned personal injury defense cases.
• * Conduct thorough legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• * Handle discovery, depositions, court appearances, and case strategy planning.
• * Engage in settlement negotiations and represent clients effectively in mediation or trial proceedings.
• * Collaborate with the firm’s attorneys and staff to ensure smooth case management and client satisfaction.
• Advise clients on all aspects of immigration law, including eligibility for visas, green cards, and naturalization.
• Prepare and file complex immigration applications, petitions, and legal documents with government agencies (e.g., USCIS).
• Represent clients in immigration court for removal proceedings, asylum hearings, and appeals.
• Conduct legal research and remain current on constantly evolving federal immigration laws, policies, and regulations.
• Advocate for clients' rights before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).

Qualifications & Requirements:

* Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school / LLM Degree

* Admission to practice law in New York State and in good standing.

* Minimum 5+ years of experience in personal injury defense litigation.

* Proven expertise in drafting, research, case strategy, and courtroom advocacy.

* Strong negotiation and settlement skills.

* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

send your resumes at subrato@gehilaw.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you admitted to NY Bar?

Ability to Commute:

• Ozone Park, NY 11417 (Required)

Work Location: In person