Hurwitz Fine PC, one of the 10 largest and fastest growing law firms in Buffalo, NY, is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Associate Attorney for our general litigation team. Practice areas will include defense of a variety of personal injury and other tort claims, including auto, premises, products liability, medical malpractice and municipal matters. Qualified candidates should have at least 1 - 3 years experience of litigation experience. The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for conducting depositions of fact and expert witnesses; developing, sending and responding to discovery; effectively communicating with clients; researching and drafting motions and briefs; and generally working cases from intake to trial.
Key Responsibilities:
* Represent clients in insurance defense matters
* Manage and litigate cases from inception through resolution, including pre-trial, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial.
* Draft, review, and file legal documents such as complaints, answers, motions, and discovery responses.
* Work closely with insurance adjusters.
* Maintain and manage a caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and client expectations.
Educational/Experience Requirements:
* JD degree required with excellent credentials
* New York Bar Admission
* 1 - 3 years general litigation including depositions and court appearances
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to communicate professionally to internal and external candidates
* Strong professional judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Proactive, resourceful and strong work ethic
* Ability to work independently and multi-task
We are committed to growing our firm with high caliber attorneys, and offer competitive benefits, a diverse environment, mentorship and growth opportunities, and encourage community involvement.
Submit resume and writing sample to Hurwitz Fine P.C., Attn: Susan Ruhland, Director of Human Resources, 1300 Liberty Building, Buffalo, New York 14202 or fax to ************ or email to **********************
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Profit Sharing Plan
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending accounts
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Bonus programs
* Vision insurance
Hurwitz Fine P.C. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or qualified applicants for employment based on: race, creed, color, national origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression and sexual orientation), age, disability, marital status, religion, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other status prohibited by federal, state or local law. In addition, Hurwitz Fine P.C. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Education:
* Doctorate (Required)
License/Certification:
* license to practice law in New York State (Required)
Work Location: In person
$75k-135k yearly 60d+ ago
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Attorney - Securities
Dauntless Discovery
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Our client, a well-known regional law firm with a national presence is seeking a mid-level securities and capital markets attorney with four to eight years of experience for the firm's Buffalo office. Experience representing issuers and investment banks in public and private offerings of securities, advising publicly traded companies on compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, exchange listing standards and corporate governance required. Candidates must have relevant prior law firm experience and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. A passion for client service is essential. The successful candidate will have excellent drafting and negotiation experience and strong academics.
As of this posting, the estimated annual base salary range for this position is $139,000 - $177,000. Actual base salary will be based upon criteria such as qualifications, experience and skill level.
This is a client focused firm with a highly regarded securities/capital markets practice and an excellent reputation including numerous Chambers rankings.
The firm offers a work/life balance and a progressive bonus structure.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dauntless Discovery is committed to equal employment opportunity. It is our policy to refer individuals based on merit and qualifications without any regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other illegal consideration.
$139k-177k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Personal Injury Attorney
William Mattar, P.C
Attorney job in Williamsville, NY
Ready to apply your legal skills where they can make a real difference?
William Mattar, P.C., a respected New York law firm focused on motor vehicle accident cases, is seeking attorneys to join our team. We are committed to advocating for injured individuals and helping them secure the compensation they deserve.
What we offer:
Competitive salary: $75,000 - $150,000 base, with incentives that can reach $200,000+.
Comprehensive benefits package.
In-depth training and mentoring from experienced attorneys.
A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
In this role, you will:
Advocate for injured clients by providing compassionate, knowledgeable legal guidance.
Conduct thorough case investigations and develop effective legal strategies.
Negotiate settlements with insurance companies to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Represent clients in hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support client goals.
Remain accessible to clients as needed, understanding that legal needs can arise outside of regular business hours.
Qualifications:
1-10+ years of personal injury experience.
Strong communication and client service skills.
A proactive approach to case management and advocacy.
Admission to practice law in New York.
About William Mattar, P.C.:
Over 30 years of experience delivering positive outcomes for clients.
A commitment to community involvement and safety initiatives.
A work culture that values teamwork, integrity, and professional growth.
$75k-150k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Attorney: Bankruptcy and Mortgage Modification
John Damato PLLC
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Job DescriptionHours: 10-20 hours per week Will consider: An employee associate attorney or an "Of Counsel" Need assistance in the following area of practice: Bankruptcy: Prepare, sign, and file bankruptcy petitions, meet with clients, complete paperwork with attention to detail, and possibly make court
appearances. A non-attorney assistant will prepare the first draft of the
petition. Essentially, this is an ala carte service where you will work on part(s)
of a bankruptcy case.
Mortgage Modification: Prepare, sign, and submit mortgage modification to
mortgage companies or their attorneys to save a clients home from a
foreclosure sale. Court appearances in Foreclosure Court and Bankruptcy Court.
We are looking for a Superstar Attorney! Please consider responding to
this ad if:
you are a truly talented attorney;
you are a pleasure to deal with;
you believe that you can be the best at almost anything you do and you work to
prove that;
you enjoy developing a deep and meaningful rapport with clients;
you communicate with piercing persuasiveness;
you are extremely customer-oriented;
you have a burning desire to succeed;
you are highly motivated;
you have a never-say-die attitude; and
you find ways to perform well, even in difficult situations
The Ideal Person:
We firmly believe in hiring the RIGHT person for this job, not simply the
person with the most credentials. The person we hire will know what it means
to meet deadlines, work independently, and will restore our faith in the
American work ethic. We like working with smart, motivated individuals who
are eager to learn.
We would love to work with an experienced (5+ years) attorney who is
motivated and has significant experience in one or more of the following areas
of law: mortgage modification, bankruptcy, foreclosure and/or real estate,
BUT we are willing to teach the RIGHT person who has a year or two of experience
as an attorney.
If you are a licensed attorney interested in helping people save their homes
through mortgage modification law or bankruptcy, are a quick learner, can
follow clearly stated expectations, will follow the standards and procedures of
John DAmato Law Offices, will conduct yourself in a professional manner,
and clearly understand the difference between activity and accomplishment,
then you should apply today! We would love to hear from you.
What you can expect:
Gentle, flexible hours and fast payment. Unlike those attorneys running a law
firm, you show up, do your work, and get paid (without needing to worry
about where your next client is coming from). You will be free to enjoy life,
not as an employer, but as a lawyer, making a difference and helping people.
Isnt that why you went to Law School in the first place?
Low pressure and a low-stress environment.
Please apply TODAY if:
* you already understand: how to prepare a budget, the basics of bankruptcy
law, and the basics of foreclosure law.
* you do not make excuses for your poor performance;
* you do not view firm clients as an inconvenience;
* you are punctual;
* you were the student who did not need mom or dad to remind you to
complete your homework or your projects;
* you do not need a lot of direction and hands-on guidance;
* you are willing and eager to learn, not already set in your ways; and
* you do not prefer to put off until tomorrow what could be done today!
This is the job for you!
$100k-160k yearly est. 25d ago
Corporate Attorney
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Job DescriptionAscension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.
Our client is seeking a Corporate Attorney with a minimum of 1 year of significant transactional experience to join their Rochester or Buffalo office. The ideal candidate will have meaningful experience in mergers and acquisitions as well as general corporate matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other corporate documents.
Advise clients on general corporate governance matters.
Manage transactional processes from due diligence through closing.
Collaborate with other attorneys and practice groups to provide comprehensive legal support.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year of relevant corporate/transactional experience, preferably at a law firm.
Demonstrated experience in mergers and acquisitions.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
Strong academic credentials.
Licensed to practice law in New York or eligible for admission.
Compensation:
Estimated annual base salary range: $118,000 - $140,000.
Actual base salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and skill level.
Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
$118k-140k yearly 11d ago
Law Clerk Intern
New Era Cap LLC 4.5
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.
Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we
Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap's Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging interns to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store.
The Opportunity at Hand
The Law Clerk will support the Legal Department by assisting with a wide range of legal matters impacting New Era. This position reports directly to the Corporate Counsel and offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment.
The Law Clerk position is a paid full-time position (40 hours/week) during the summer of 2026 and a paid part-time position (18-20 hours/week flexible around class schedule) during the 2026-2027 school year.
During the summer, you will also have the opportunity to participate in community service, team-building activities, and professional development offerings, including workshops and learning sessions on résumé building, personal branding, job searching, and public speaking.
Responsibilities
Review and draft various contracts and agreements, including confidentiality agreements, manufacturing agreements, license agreements, consulting agreements, trademark consents, production services agreements, and likeness/image releases
Conduct legal research on laws, regulations, and corporate entities
Assist with trademark searches and intellectual property filings
Maintain and update the Intellectual Property database
Support anti-counterfeiting efforts, including eBay takedowns
Review of New Era's social media channels and marketing materials for compliance
Draft contest rules and promotional guidelines
Enter and summarize contracts in the contract management system
Provide administrative support to the Legal Department
Keeps all sensitive matters confidential
Other duties as assigned
Skills, Experience, and Knowledge
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects independently and meet deadlines
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong internet research skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Personal and Leadership Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to contribute to team objectives and work effectively in group settings
Proactive, enthusiastic approach to problem-solving
Self-motivated, focused, confident, and resourceful
Strong commitment to confidentiality
Education
Currently enrolled in the first or second year of law school at the University at Buffalo
This role is 100% in-person and requires on-site attendance five days a week at our Headquarters building located in downtown Buffalo. The hourly rate for this posted position is $20.00/hr. and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Compensation is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.
As a law clerk, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer!
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$20 hourly Auto-Apply 9d ago
Antitrust Litigation - Mid-Level Associate - New York
Evans Hiring Partners
Attorney job in Boston, NY
Antitrust Litigation - Mid-Level Associate - New York Job Type: Full-time Location: Multiple locations available
An Am Law 100 law firm is looking to hire a highly qualified mid-level associate to join its Antitrust practice, with a focus on civil litigation and government enforcement. This role provides the opportunity to work on high-profile antitrust cases, including class actions and various phases of civil litigation.
Job Description
The position involves significant engagement in antitrust litigation, including:
Handling all major phases of civil litigation.
Working on class action lawsuits.
Dealing with government enforcement actions.
Job Requirements
Experience: At least three years of substantive antitrust litigation experience. Additional experience with government enforcement actions and a background in economics are highly advantageous.
Skills: Outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
Licensing Requirements: Must have relevant bar admission or be eligible to obtain admission promptly.
Application Process
Candidates interested in contributing to a dynamic and highly collaborative environment are encouraged to get in touch with EHP Legal to submit their application or request a call to discuss this position further. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking to deepen their expertise in antitrust law within a supportive and innovative setting.
$103k-180k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Attorney Family
Neighborhood Legal Services, Inc. 3.3
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Neighborhood Legal Services is a not-for-profit public interest law firm providing free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. Its mission is to seek equitable justice by providing access to legal advice, representation, and education to those in our community who, due to financial vulnerability, disability, discrimination, or abuse, require protection and advancement of their civil legal rights. It is the largest non-profit provider of civil legal services in Western New York. Neighborhood Legal Services provides counsel for housing, eviction prevention, family/divorce, public benefits, disability advocacy, student loans, and health insurance.
Neighborhood Legal Services (NLS), the largest provider of civil legal services in western New York, is seeking a staff attorney for the Family Law Unit. The staff attorney will advocate for individuals in need of representation in the Supreme and Family Courts of Erie County and the surrounding counties, in connection with matrimonial, child custody and support, domestic violence, and related family law matters.
The staff attorney will be responsible for caseload management, legal research and writing, client contact, court appearances, trials and hearings, community outreach, and daily engagement with prospective clients and the community partners of NLS.
Essential Responsibilities / Functions:
• Develop a substantive knowledge of the areas of family law.
• Provide a spectrum of legal assistance to those applicants effected by domestic violence and experiencing poverty, from advice and counsel by telephone, brief service assistance, and full representation through trial.
• Identify and address systemic problems that affect the rights of persons within the family law realm and attempt to develop plans to address these challenges through affirmative advocacy, impact litigation, and policy work.
• Collaborate and coordinate with NLS staff and community partners to ensure effective referrals and holistic service delivery.
• Conduct community outreach, education, and training
• Develop relationships and engage in collaborations with a range of public and private community partners, including governmental agencies, courts, and community-based organizations, to ensure integrative services and to address systemic barriers facing our client community
• Demonstrate cultural competency to work with low-income clients across the spectrum of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, immigrant status, religious identity, and physical and mental disabilities.
• Meet regularly and communicate effectively with support staff, supervisors, and members of other NLS units to maintain and review efficient case management.
Core Competencies
• Strong personal work ethic and ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to be detail-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with a dynamic and multi-sector team.
• Curious and self-directed with an ability to anticipate client and healthcare partner needs.
• Cultural humility in working with low-income clients across the spectrum of diversity
including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, immigrant status, religious identity, physical and mental disabilities, and limited English proficiency; and
• Familiarity with the diverse communities is a plus.
Qualifications
• J.D. and New York State Bar Membership (may be pending)
• Previous experience working with low-income and/or underserved communities preferred
• Second language fluency preferred
• Legal services background, or knowledge of general civil legal work;
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
• Work in a shared office environment, including working at the workstation, and attending meetings
• Traveling to meetings and hearings off-site;
• Use of computer and other office machines such as fax, photocopiers, and telephones; and
• Ability to work in the evenings and weekends as required to serve clients.
Salary and Benefits
• $67,222.10 to $118,250 per year salary, dependent upon experience and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (law graduates pending admission are welcome to apply).
How To Apply: To apply, please go to **************************** or NLS.ORG/Careers You can also email resumes and cover letters to ************ No phone calls please.
$67.2k-118.3k yearly Auto-Apply 12d ago
Associate Attorney
HBS Default
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
The Buffalo, New York office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C., (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their expanding Long-Term Care and Medical Malpractice group. This is an opportunity to join a growing team and office, learn from experienced litigators, participate in case strategy and development, and both interact with and develop firm clients. The ideal candidates for this position will have 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense. LTC experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must be active members in good standing of the New York State Bar. Salary Range: $120k-160k depending on experience (plus benefits).
About Hall Booth Smith
Established in 1989, HBS is a full-service law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Experienced across a wide range of legal disciplines, HBS attorneys pride themselves on providing knowledgeable, proactive, client-specific counsel to individuals, domestic and international corporations, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations. The firm's promise: “Serving to Achieve Excellence.”
HBS currently has nearly 400 attorneys spread across 29 offices in 12 states. HBS prides itself on its firm and individual staff accolades. It has been consistently selected by the Atlanta Journal Constitution as one of Atlanta's Top Workplaces since 2008 as well as recognized on the Top Workplaces USA lists, and our offices continuously receive regional awards for employee quality and service. The firm is committed to providing a supportive environment for attorneys to represent clients with excellence and to develop and grow in their practice.
Diversity & Inclusion
HBS is committed to cultivating an environment of inclusion, which we believe contributes to the overall success of all individuals. We are committed to a cohesive and productive work environment in which our different cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities, and perspectives are communicated, understood, and embraced to enrich our employees and best serve our clients.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our Firm is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit to ensure the best fit in every position.
The Firm is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit to ensure the best fit in every position. HBS prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identification, religion, religious belief or affiliation, marital status, same-sex partner status, family status, veteran status, age, genetic information, national origin or ancestry, social origin or condition, ethnic origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including, but not limited to genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS status), pregnancy, sexual orientation, political belief or affiliation, being a victim of domestic violence, being a victim (or subject of) sexual aggression and/or stalking or being perceived as such, reproductive health choices, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, commonwealth or local laws (Protected Characteristics).
The Firm also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any Protected Characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful and specifically prohibited at the Firm. This policy applies to all personnel and employment practices, including the following: hiring, promotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, compensation, benefits, performance management, selection for training, educational programs, and other similar employment decisions.
Benefits
HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.
$120k-160k yearly 60d+ ago
Business Litigation Associate Attorney
Nance Staffing
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
My Client is seeking an attorney for its Business Litigation group in the firms Buffalo or Rochester office. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in commercial litigation including handling depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and managing electronic discovery. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong academic record.
They litigators represent a diverse array of clients including domestic and international businesses and individuals in commercial disputes of all types, including, among numerous others, contract; corporate; construction; energy; environmental; False Claims Act relator and defense; health care compliance, fraud, and abuse; insurance defense and subrogation; intellectual property; labor and employment; pension and ERISA; real estate and finance; real property tax assessment; securities; telecommunications; transportation; utility regulation; and white-collar crime.
They offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position, if the successful applicant is based in Buffalo or Rochester is $135,000 to $160,000. Where a successful applicant is slotted within this range will vary based on legitimate criteria, such as experience, portables, and skill level. This range is not applicable to other locations.
$135k-160k yearly 60d+ ago
General Attorney
Department of Homeland Security 4.5
Attorney job in Batavia, NY
Launch a prestigious career as an Attorney with ICE's Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA)! Join a legal team dedicated to defending the nation's immigration laws and safeguarding the United States with expertise and integrity. The salary range listed is the General Schedule (GS) base rate. Click here to access the GS locality pay tables.
Summary
Launch a prestigious career as an Attorney with ICE's Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA)! Join a legal team dedicated to defending the nation's immigration laws and safeguarding the United States with expertise and integrity.
The salary range listed is the General Schedule (GS) base rate. Click here to access the GS locality pay tables.
Overview
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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/13/2026 to 01/27/2026
Salary $63,795 to - $139,684 per year
This salary range reflects the GS base rate only. The link to the locality pay tables is located in the announcement.
Pay scale & grade GS 11 - 14
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Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
Promotion potential
14
Job family (Series)
* 0905 Attorney
Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
* National security
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes
Announcement number OPLA-FLO-12864724-JP Control number 854364200
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
Duties
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OPLA is the largest legal program in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), employing over 1,700 attorneys nationwide. In addition to Headquarters in Washington, D.C., there are 24 OPLA Field Locations in more than 60 cities throughout the United States. Pursuant to statute, OPLA serves as the exclusive representative of DHS in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review litigating cases involving criminal aliens, terrorists, human rights violators, and other priority aliens. OPLA also provides a full range of legal services to all ICE programs and offices.
OPLA attorneys provide legal advice and prudential counsel to ICE personnel on their law enforcement authorities, legal liability under the Federal Tort Claims Act and Bivens v. Six Unknown Named Agents of Fed. Bureau of Narcotics, 403 U.S. 388 (1971), the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, ethics, and a range of administrative law issues, such as contract, fiscal and employment law. OPLA attorneys represent the agency before the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Contract Board of Appeals. OPLA attorneys support the Department of Justice in the prosecution of ICE cases and in the defense of civil cases against ICE.
The selected attorney will immediately be given significant responsibilities and will be expected to craft legally supportable policies to address the needs of agency operational components. The attorney will be expected to routinely provide timely legal opinions to ICE officers and agents, management, and leadership within OPLA, ICE, and DHS's Office of the General Counsel Headquarters. The selected attorney will be required to assess litigation risk and provide litigation support to the Department of Justice.
As a General Attorney, you will perform the following duties at the full performance level:
* Represent the United States Government in removal proceedings before immigration judges, frequently involving applicants for asylum or for other forms of relief under immigration laws;
* Provide expert legal counsel in the interpretation of highly complex immigration and customs laws including comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of statutory, regulatory and case authorities;
* Prepare cases for litigation by conducting legal research; prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, stipulations, affidavits, and other legal documents;
* Prepare witnesses for litigation; conduct direct examination and cross examination; present oral arguments advancing ICE's legal position; negotiate the disposition of cases with opposing counsel; and advise the Chief Counsel and/or Deputy Chief Counsel on cases potentially warranting deferred action or other exercise of prosecutorial discretion;
* Construct litigation reports for United States Attorney's Offices on civil matters pending in the federal courts involving ICE, and serve as liaison between Department of Justice's Office of Immigration Litigation and the local Enforcement and Removal Field Office on immigration matters pending in the Circuit Courts of Appeals;
* Provide legal advice and support to the other ICE components and litigation support to United States Attorney's Offices in immigration and/or customs matters. The position also involves appellate advocacy before the Board of Immigration Appeals, including the preparation of briefs and other pleadings.
OPLA will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations when appropriate. If reasonable accommodation is required for any part of the application process, please contact the OPLA representative listed on this announcement.
Organizational Location: This announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies at Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA) Field Locations.
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Conditions of employment
* You must successfully pass a background investigation and drug screen for federal employment.
* If you are a male born after 12/31/59, you must certify registration with the Selective Service.
* You must have relevant experience (see How You Will Be Evaluated and Qualifications tabs).
* You must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
* You may be required to serve a two-year trial period, if the requirement has not been met.
* You must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Qualifications
Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 11:59 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time on 01/27/2026. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification.
Applicants should possess an ability to efficiently produce quality legal analyses of complex and novel issues, exercise sound legal judgment, be detail oriented, prioritize competing assignments, and work effectively independently, as part of a team, and across work units. Applicants should have a strong interest in supporting and providing stellar client services to diverse program offices including law enforcement officers, policymakers, attorneys, and agency senior leadership, and must be able to tailor communications to a particular audience. Applicants should be able to demonstrate an ability to take initiative and work in a reliable, decisive, and professional manner. Applicants should possess the following characteristics and competencies: integrity, sound professional judgment, organizational skills, decisiveness, initiative, stellar client services, the ability to function independently and cooperatively, and superior written and oral advocacy skills.
Bar Membership: You 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.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 C.F.R. § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs.
Education
Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLM degree. Please see Required Documents for more information.
A student loan repayment incentive may be available, in which case a service agreement will be required.
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Promotion Potential: This position has promotion potential to the GS-14. When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
Bargaining Unit Status: This is a bargaining position. The exclusive representative for this bargaining unit position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), with representation provided by AFGE, Local 511.
E-Verify: DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Veterans' Preference: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the Excepted Service; however, OPLA considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring.
Financial Disclosure: If you are hired, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days after appointment.
Suitability: If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you must complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
Background Investigation: DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet these standards, all selected applicants must undergo a background investigation and successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and tax obligations, and a review of certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
Drug Test: Pursuant to Executive Order 12564 and the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan, ICE is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All applicants tentatively selected for employment are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative result.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All information and documents submitted as set forth in the Required Documents section will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements.
Qualified candidates will be rated by comparing each candidate's qualifications to the skills and experience pertinent to the position to be filled. Experience, education, training, awards, and performance will be considered. An applicant need not have specific knowledge and experience regarding each item listed in the Qualifications section in order to qualify for the position.
National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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You must include all required documentation, as set forth below, with your application package before the closing date. No extensions will be granted. Failure to provide all of the required information as listed in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect your overall rating.
Resume: Your resume must include announcement number (OPLA-FLO-12864724-JP), education, work experience, training, awards, and work experience. For each work experience listed, please include job title, duties, employer's name, employer's telephone number, employer's address, and starting and ending dates (MM/YY). Please indicate whether we may contact your current supervisor.
Bar Membership/Certificate of Good Standing: Submit a current copy of your bar card, certificate of good standing, or other documentary evidence to prove that you are an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, a U.S. a territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
If you are a current or former federal employee: Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action that demonstrates your eligibility for consideration, e.g., length of time you have been in your current grade; your highest grade held. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, within-grade increases and accessions.
If you are a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee: Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information about your most recent political appointment: Position title, type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee), agency and beginning and ending dates of appointment.
Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable): You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility. The member 4 copy of your DD214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," is preferable. If claiming 10 point preference, you will need to submit a Standard Form (SF-15), "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference." If applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions. View more veterans' information.
You may be asked to provide a writing sample, cover letter, and/or a copy of your recent performance appraisal.
$63.8k-139.7k yearly 6d ago
Staff Attorney - Buffalo
Journeys End Refugee Se
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
will primarily operate out of Buffalo, NY.
Agency Description:
Journey's End is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit refugee resettlement agency in Buffalo, New York. We are a community-based organization with the mission of providing refugees and immigrants with the resources and support they need to become successful, active and contributing members of our shared community. The Immigration Legal Services (ILS) Program offers immigration legal services to immigrant New Yorkers in need, including representation on matters before U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Buffalo Immigration Court.
Job Description: Reporting to the Supervising Attorney, the Staff Attorney (Buffalo Office) will assist in the development of the Immigration and Legal Services Program that offers full-scale holistic immigration representation to low-income refugees, asylees and other vulnerable immigrant populations. They will provide outreach, direct immigration legal services, pro se assistance, community information sessions, Understanding Your Constitutional Protections presentations, and referrals to the refugee and immigrant populations of the region. This position will operate out of the Buffalo office.
The Staff Attorney must exemplify Journey's End's core values in their work. These values include intercultural responsiveness, integrity, person-centered, empowerment, and exemplary service.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide direct affirmative and defensive immigration legal representation to the immigrant populations of Western New York, including but not limited to asylum, removal defense, adjustment of status, complex naturalization, family reunification, family-based immigration, Temporary Protected Status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Special Immigrant Visas (SIV), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), employment authorization (work permits), humanitarian parole, and appeals.
Provide Understanding Your Constitutional Protections trainings, legal clinics, and other workshops throughout Western New York or the Southern Tier on relevant immigration topics determined by the immigrant community.
Develop, sustain, and grow meaningful partnerships with local community groups to organize, host, and conduct outreach for trainings and other workshops.
Provide referrals to appropriate internal agency programs or partner agencies to meet law related and other needs of refugee and immigrant clients.
Conduct widespread community outreach, coordinate with partner agencies, and participate in all mandatory trainings.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Applicants must:
Be admitted and remain in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state in the country or U.S. territory
Be able and willing to travel to all counties throughout Western New York or the Southern Tier
Be able and willing to travel to the Buffalo Federal Detention Facility in Batavia, NY, when necessary as part of client representation
Possess ability to be part of a dedicated team of talented individuals
Possess strong communication (written and oral) and advocacy skills
This is a full time and salaried position. Benefits and retirement package are included. Candidates that have three or more years of experience as an attorney, two or more years of immigration law experience, and the ability to work with multilingual clients are preferred.
Journey's End Refugee Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ the best qualified personnel without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, gender, gender identity, marital status, or any other reason prohibited by law.
To Apply
Please end resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to ***********************. Please include job title in subject of email.
***Incomplete applications will not be considered. ***
Full-time Benefits include:
10% employer retirement contribution
Health, vision, dental, & life insurance
Hybrid work schedule
Generous paid time off (up to 4 weeks within first year)
12 paid holidays
$750 employer HSA contribution
$84k-144k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Securitization Associate Attorney
Mosaic Recruits
Attorney job in Boston, NY
Securitization Associate - Finance Practice Salary Range: $225,000 - $445,000 About the Opportunity
Supports structuring, negotiation, and documentation of securitization transactions (CLOs, whole business securitizations). Conducts due diligence, prepares disclosure documents, collaborates across teams, and mentors junior associates.
REQUIREMENTS:
3-5 years securitization/structured finance experience
J.D. degree, Massachusetts Bar admission
Strong analytical, drafting, and teamwork skills
Items Needed to Apply: Cover letter, resume, law school transcript. Relevant bar admission (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly) required.
Confidentiality
For confidentiality reasons, the client's name is not disclosed at this stage. Qualified candidates will receive full details upon initial screening.
$86k-145k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Associate Attorney
Mandarich Law Group
Attorney job in Williamsville, NY
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a Creditor's Right law firm located in Williamsville, New York. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years experience to join our growing firm. As an associate attorney you will be immediately immersed in our litigation process from suit initiation up through and including judgment. You will be responsible for your own workload and maintaining case files currently in progress. Furthermore, you are responsible for negotiating with defendants and attorneys via phone, e-mail, and regular mail to settle contested cases. You will also draft and file motions as well as responses to motions from defendants and participate in the discovery process where applicable.
THIS POSITION IS PART-TIME 20 HOURS PER WEEK.
What You'll Do:
* Draft and review Summons and Complaints, Judgments, Settlement Agreements, Discovery and other related documentation.
* Litigation Motions and Responses - Associate may be required to draft, review, and file any necessary motions during the course of litigation.
* Communications with Attorneys, Employers, and Consumers - Associate is required to communicate with consumers, consumer's employers, and consumer's attorneys as necessary to resolve accounts/suits.
* Court Coverage Placements - Associate is required to review and appropriately request coverage where necessary for all court calls where an Associate will not appear including the attachment of all necessary documents for the attorney's appearance as well as any orders necessary for the requested coverage results.
* Review Lawsuits - Associate is required to review all new and ongoing legal pleadings and documents to ensure accuracy for filing with respective courts.
$86k-145k yearly est. 1d ago
Associate Attorney - Business and Commercial Litigation
Lippes Mathias LLP 3.2
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Lippes Mathias LLP seeks an ambitious attorney with 1-3 years of experience for an Associate position with our Business and Commercial Litigation Team. This team represents clients in a broad variety of industries in state and federal courts across the country.
Strong communication skills, legal advocacy skills, and writing skills are required. Excellent analytical skills, and verbal and written communication skills are required. The attorney selected for this position must be a self-starter and will have the opportunity for immediate, direct, client contact.
A New York bar license (or pending admission) is required.
Salary range dependent on experience: $100,000-$135,000/year
The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.
Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 230 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You'll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias-we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.
To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: ******************************
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:
Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
Vision plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
Term Life and AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability
Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
Legal work discount program
$100k-135k yearly 3d ago
Detained Immigration Unit Law Student Intern
Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project Inc.-Internships 3.2
Attorney job in Batavia, NY
Job Description
About VLP: The Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. (VLP) is a not-for-profit corporation that provides free civil legal services to low-income people and small non-profit groups in a variety of legal matters including but not limited to detained and non-detained immigration, family law, eviction defense, matrimonial matters, consumer matters, estates, and end of life planning. Intern with VLP and help give a voice to those who are not heard!
Benefits of Interning with VLP:
Direct Client Interaction
Court Observation
Parking stipend
Development of Writing Sample
Opportunity to Network with Local Attorneys
In-House Training, Supervision, and Mentorship
Potential for Court Appearances with Student Practice Order (for qualified law students)
Complimentary Attendance at VLP-Sponsored Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Programs
Monetary Stipend (for qualified law students; Limited to certain programs)
Commitment Letters for Those Seeking Alternate Sources of Funding for Positions at VLP
Minimum Qualifications: Current student or recent graduate.
**NOTE** If you are interested in applying to more than one internship, please apply to your first choice. You will have an opportunity to select alternative internships during the application process.
DETAINED IMMIGRATION PROGRAM LAW STUDENT INTERNSHIP
Location: IN PERSON INTERNSHIP IN BATAVIA, NY 14020
Qualifications: YOU MUST CURRENTLY BE A LAW STUDENT WITH THE ABILITY TO WORK OUT OF OUR BATAVIA, NY OFFICE AND COMMUTE REGULARLY TO THE BFDF DETENTION FACILITY IN BATAVIA. Current law students ONLY. Access to a reliable vehicle is required. A strong desire to work with detained non-citizens in removal proceedings is required. Some background in immigration law is preferred. Fluency in Spanish or French is a plus.
Description: The law student will be involved in interviewing detained clients and screening them for relief at the Buffalo Federal Detention Facility in Batavia, NY. The student will also engage in legal research, gathering evidence, and country conditions research. The student will be offered the chance to observe and participate in an Immigration Court hearing.
$48k-63k yearly est. 13d ago
Personal Injury Attorney
William Mattar, P.C
Attorney job in Williamsville, NY
Ready to apply your legal skills where they can make a real difference?
William Mattar, P.C., a respected New York law firm focused on motor vehicle accident cases, is seeking attorneys to join our team. We are committed to advocating for injured individuals and helping them secure the compensation they deserve.
What we offer:
Competitive salary: $75,000 - $150,000 base, with incentives that can reach $200,000+.
Comprehensive benefits package.
In-depth training and mentoring from experienced attorneys.
A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
In this role, you will:
Advocate for injured clients by providing compassionate, knowledgeable legal guidance.
Conduct thorough case investigations and develop effective legal strategies.
Negotiate settlements with insurance companies to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Represent clients in hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support client goals.
Remain accessible to clients as needed, understanding that legal needs can arise outside of regular business hours.
Qualifications:
1-10+ years of personal injury experience.
Strong communication and client service skills.
A proactive approach to case management and advocacy.
Admission to practice law in New York.
About William Mattar, P.C.:
Over 30 years of experience delivering positive outcomes for clients.
A commitment to community involvement and safety initiatives.
A work culture that values teamwork, integrity, and professional growth.
$75k-150k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Securities & Capital Markets Attorney
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Job DescriptionAscension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.
Securities & Capital Markets Attorney - Rochester, Buffalo, or Albany, NY
Our client is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Attorney with a minimum of four years of experience to join their Rochester, Buffalo, or Albany office. The ideal candidate will have experience representing issuers and investment banks in public and private offerings of securities, as well as advising publicly traded companies on compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, exchange listing standards, and corporate governance matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent issuers and investment banks in public and private offerings of securities.
Advise publicly traded companies on SEC compliance, exchange listing requirements, and corporate governance.
Draft and review securities offering documents, corporate disclosures, and related agreements.
Work collaboratively with attorneys across practice areas to provide integrated client service.
Maintain a strong focus on client service, initiative, and proactive problem solving.
Qualifications:
Minimum of four years of relevant securities and capital markets experience in a law firm setting.
Strong knowledge of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and exchange listing standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Admission to practice in New York or eligibility for admission.
Compensation:
Estimated annual base salary range: $123,000 - $145,000, with actual compensation based on experience, qualifications, and skill level.
Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
$123k-145k yearly 11d ago
General Attorney
Department of Homeland Security 4.5
Attorney job in Buffalo, NY
Launch a prestigious career as an Attorney with ICE's Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA)! Join a legal team dedicated to defending the nation's immigration laws and safeguarding the United States with expertise and integrity. The salary range listed is the General Schedule (GS) base rate. Click here to access the GS locality pay tables.
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Launch a prestigious career as an Attorney with ICE's Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA)! Join a legal team dedicated to defending the nation's immigration laws and safeguarding the United States with expertise and integrity.
The salary range listed is the General Schedule (GS) base rate. Click here to access the GS locality pay tables.
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Accepting applications
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01/13/2026 to 01/27/2026
Salary $63,795 to - $139,684 per year
This salary range reflects the GS base rate only. The link to the locality pay tables is located in the announcement.
Pay scale & grade GS 11 - 14
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Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
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* 0905 Attorney
Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
* National security
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes
Announcement number OPLA-FLO-12864724-JP Control number 854364200
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
Duties
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OPLA is the largest legal program in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), employing over 1,700 attorneys nationwide. In addition to Headquarters in Washington, D.C., there are 24 OPLA Field Locations in more than 60 cities throughout the United States. Pursuant to statute, OPLA serves as the exclusive representative of DHS in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review litigating cases involving criminal aliens, terrorists, human rights violators, and other priority aliens. OPLA also provides a full range of legal services to all ICE programs and offices.
OPLA attorneys provide legal advice and prudential counsel to ICE personnel on their law enforcement authorities, legal liability under the Federal Tort Claims Act and Bivens v. Six Unknown Named Agents of Fed. Bureau of Narcotics, 403 U.S. 388 (1971), the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, ethics, and a range of administrative law issues, such as contract, fiscal and employment law. OPLA attorneys represent the agency before the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Contract Board of Appeals. OPLA attorneys support the Department of Justice in the prosecution of ICE cases and in the defense of civil cases against ICE.
The selected attorney will immediately be given significant responsibilities and will be expected to craft legally supportable policies to address the needs of agency operational components. The attorney will be expected to routinely provide timely legal opinions to ICE officers and agents, management, and leadership within OPLA, ICE, and DHS's Office of the General Counsel Headquarters. The selected attorney will be required to assess litigation risk and provide litigation support to the Department of Justice.
As a General Attorney, you will perform the following duties at the full performance level:
* Represent the United States Government in removal proceedings before immigration judges, frequently involving applicants for asylum or for other forms of relief under immigration laws;
* Provide expert legal counsel in the interpretation of highly complex immigration and customs laws including comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of statutory, regulatory and case authorities;
* Prepare cases for litigation by conducting legal research; prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, stipulations, affidavits, and other legal documents;
* Prepare witnesses for litigation; conduct direct examination and cross examination; present oral arguments advancing ICE's legal position; negotiate the disposition of cases with opposing counsel; and advise the Chief Counsel and/or Deputy Chief Counsel on cases potentially warranting deferred action or other exercise of prosecutorial discretion;
* Construct litigation reports for United States Attorney's Offices on civil matters pending in the federal courts involving ICE, and serve as liaison between Department of Justice's Office of Immigration Litigation and the local Enforcement and Removal Field Office on immigration matters pending in the Circuit Courts of Appeals;
* Provide legal advice and support to the other ICE components and litigation support to United States Attorney's Offices in immigration and/or customs matters. The position also involves appellate advocacy before the Board of Immigration Appeals, including the preparation of briefs and other pleadings.
OPLA will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations when appropriate. If reasonable accommodation is required for any part of the application process, please contact the OPLA representative listed on this announcement.
Organizational Location: This announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies at Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA) Field Locations.
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Conditions of employment
* You must successfully pass a background investigation and drug screen for federal employment.
* If you are a male born after 12/31/59, you must certify registration with the Selective Service.
* You must have relevant experience (see How You Will Be Evaluated and Qualifications tabs).
* You must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
* You may be required to serve a two-year trial period, if the requirement has not been met.
* You must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Qualifications
Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 11:59 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time on 01/27/2026. Please note that qualification claims will be subject to verification.
Applicants should possess an ability to efficiently produce quality legal analyses of complex and novel issues, exercise sound legal judgment, be detail oriented, prioritize competing assignments, and work effectively independently, as part of a team, and across work units. Applicants should have a strong interest in supporting and providing stellar client services to diverse program offices including law enforcement officers, policymakers, attorneys, and agency senior leadership, and must be able to tailor communications to a particular audience. Applicants should be able to demonstrate an ability to take initiative and work in a reliable, decisive, and professional manner. Applicants should possess the following characteristics and competencies: integrity, sound professional judgment, organizational skills, decisiveness, initiative, stellar client services, the ability to function independently and cooperatively, and superior written and oral advocacy skills.
Bar Membership: You 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.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 C.F.R. § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs.
Education
Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLM degree. Please see Required Documents for more information.
A student loan repayment incentive may be available, in which case a service agreement will be required.
Additional information
Promotion Potential: This position has promotion potential to the GS-14. When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
Bargaining Unit Status: This is a bargaining position. The exclusive representative for this bargaining unit position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), with representation provided by AFGE, Local 511.
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$63.8k-139.7k yearly 6d ago
Associate Attorney
Mandarich Law Group, LLP
Attorney job in Williamsville, NY
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a Creditor's Right law firm located in Williamsville, New York. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years experience to join our growing firm. As an associate attorney you will be immediately immersed in our litigation process from suit initiation up through and including judgment. You will be responsible for your own workload and maintaining case files currently in progress. Furthermore, you are responsible for negotiating with defendants and attorneys via phone, e-mail, and regular mail to settle contested cases. You will also draft and file motions as well as responses to motions from defendants and participate in the discovery process where applicable.
THIS POSITION IS PART-TIME 20 HOURS PER WEEK.
What You'll Do:
Draft and review Summons and Complaints, Judgments, Settlement Agreements, Discovery and other related documentation.
Litigation Motions and Responses - Associate may be required to draft, review, and file any necessary motions during the course of litigation.
Communications with Attorneys, Employers, and Consumers - Associate is required to communicate with consumers, consumer's employers, and consumer's attorneys as necessary to resolve accounts/suits.
Court Coverage Placements - Associate is required to review and appropriately request coverage where necessary for all court calls where an Associate will not appear including the attachment of all necessary documents for the attorney's appearance as well as any orders necessary for the requested coverage results.
Review Lawsuits - Associate is required to review all new and ongoing legal pleadings and documents to ensure accuracy for filing with respective courts.
Requirements
Licensed in the State of New York to practice law.
Multi-tasking and strong verbal and written communication skills are mandatory for a high volume case load.
Microsoft Office
Benefits
Competitive Hourly Salary
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; 401K plan with company match
Company paid Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
PTO, Float holiday
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bar Dues
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstance changes (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments.
The average attorney in Depew, NY earns between $81,000 and $197,000 annually. This compares to the national average attorney range of $69,000 to $172,000.
Average attorney salary in Depew, NY
$126,000
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