Federal Litigation Attorney

Federal Litigation Attorney (Washington Bar Required)

Salary: $140,000 to $180,000

Join us in giving immigrants a voice!

Together we can transform the lives of as many immigrants we can and the generations that follow. Let’s make that a reality!

Who We Are

The Quiroga Law Office PLLC was founded in 2009. Our mission is to stand with bravery next to as many immigrants as possible to fight and protect their ability to live, work, and thrive in the United States. We are a law firm for immigrants by immigrants. We represent clients nation-wide and focus on issues around asylum, citizenship, family immigration, nonimmigrant visas, deportation defense, temporary protection status, green cards, waivers and consular processing.

We provide advice and representation not only to individuals, but also to businesses on all family-based visa scenarios, green cards, and various state and federal filings. Basically put – we’re all about immigration.

We are a very collaborative and dynamic culture that is focused on the professional and personal development of our staff. We are at a growth inflection point and we want to get it right when it comes to hiring staff in every role. We pride ourselves on being well run, extremely organized, innovative and a great place to work.

Your New Role

The ideal candidate must be committed to advocating for client’s rights and have a strong desire to help change people’s lives. This is a leadership position. You will have the following accountabilities:

· Demonstrate expertise in handling complex federal litigation cases.

· Extensive legal research and proficiency in crafting persuasive briefs and motions.

· Ability to meticulously prepare for trials and/or oral argument.

· Effective management of multiple federal litigations cases concurrently.

· Ensuring timely execution of case development.

When you read these job characteristics, we know you’ll be happy because:

· We’ll appreciate your sense of urgency for goal achievement.

· You’ll appreciate doing varied activities and having multiple, simultaneous projects and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

· We’ll appreciate your results focus, idea generation, innovative and creative problem solving.

· You’ll love our rapport and relationship building focus on achieving results.

· We love how you engage commitment from others and your problem-solving orientation.

· We’ll embrace your action-oriented and collaborative decision-making.

· Quick decision making in response to changing conditions.

· Extroverted, confident, enthusiastic, persuasive Influences, stimulates others to action Collaboration focused on results.

· Authoritative leadership based on generalist expertise, knowledge of systems.

· Directive leadership to ensure results are achieved.

· Delegation of details as necessary, with follow-up on timeliness and quality.

· Accountability for results.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a J.D. degree from a School of Law accredited by the American Bar Association
• Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
• At least 5 years of experience post J.D. relevant to litigation experience in federal courts.
• Experience in trial advocacy, legal research, and writing.
• Strong understanding of federal laws and regulations.
• Understanding of federal procedure and courtroom protocol.
• Excellent analytical, research and communication skills.
• Persuasiveness and reasoned judgement.
• Complex case management skills.
• Experience in immigration/appellate law is highly desired, but no required.
• A writing sample consisting of legal brief or comparable legal writing authored by the applicant is required.

This Position will offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health insurance plan upon qualification.
• Dental and Vision plan upon qualification.
• No billable hours.
• Pro Bono Opportunities.
• Travel is required as needed.
• Opportunity to work with firm leadership that values a positive environment, personal and professional growth and team culture.
• As a condition of employment applicants may be required to successfully pass a background check. including education verification, licensure verification and criminal history.

Here at Quiroga Law Office PLLC we know our people are our most asset, and we are committed to providing a dynamic environment where everyone can be their best.

If interested in this position, please visit: https://careers.quirogalawoffice.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

License/Certification:

• Bar (Required)

Work Location: In person