Federal Litigation Attorney

Location: Falls Church, Virginia (Removal Team)

Who We Are

Blessinger Legal PLLC is a boutique immigration law firm based in the Washington, DC metro area. We are dedicated to guiding individuals and families through the complex U.S. immigration system with care, integrity, and a high level of expertise. Our attorneys represent clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the federal district courts, and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Federal Litigation Attorney to manage and lead a caseload of complex immigration matters in U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeals. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in federal civil litigation, excellent legal research and writing abilities, and a deep commitment to immigrant rights. This role is crucial to the firm's mission of challenging unlawful and unreasonable agency decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Federal Litigation Management: Manage a federal caseload, including cases brought under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), Mandamus Act, Habeas Corpus petitions, and litigation against government agencies (e.g., USCIS, ICE, CBP, DOL) in U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeals.
• Case Strategy: Develop and execute creative, high-level litigation strategies for challenging denials, unreasonable delays, and other adverse immigration agency actions.
• Legal Writing & Drafting: Draft and file pleadings, complaints, motions for summary judgment, temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, writs, and appellate briefs.
• Court Appearances: Represent clients and the firm at court appearances, including hearings, oral arguments, and settlement conferences in federal venues.
• Administrative Support: Provide expert legal analysis and support to attorneys handling administrative-level cases (before EOIR, USCIS, etc.), including drafting internal opinion memos and providing strategic guidance for cases that may lead to federal court.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct comprehensive legal research on complex and evolving issues of federal administrative law, constitutional law, and crimmigration law.
• Client Communication: Clearly and compassionately communicate with clients regarding their federal case status, strategy, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Practice Development: Stay current on all relevant federal court precedent, rules, and policy changes affecting immigration litigation.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from a U.S.-accredited law school.
• Admission to any state bar or the District of Columbia.
• Admission to practice before one or more U.S. District Courts and/or U.S. Courts of Appeals.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience practicing in federal court, with significant experience in civil litigation, preferably involving administrative law or immigration.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to practice in Maryland or Virginia.
• Prior experience specifically in immigration-related federal litigation (Mandamus, APA, Habeas).
• Experience with impact litigation.
• Fluency in Spanish (oral and written).

Training & Support

• Comprehensive onboarding and legal training (live and recorded sessions).
• Annual CLE stipend.
• Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health and dental insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Unlimited paid time office, including federal holidays.
• 401(k) with employer match (50% match up to 3% of salary) after one year of employment.
• Reimbursement for one bar membership annually.

To Apply

Please submit the following materials to careers@blessingerlegal.com:

• Cover letter (must address bar admission status, Spanish fluency, driver’s license, and salary expectations)
• Resume
• Legal writing sample (maximum 10 pages)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position open until filled.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Federal Litigation: 3 years (Required)
• Immigration Law: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person