Contract-based Immigration Hearing Coverage Attorney Opportunity – New York City / Newark / Philadelphia – 5+ Hours/Week - Flat Rates $150 to $1000 per Hearing Type

The Freelance Firm, LLC • New York, NY

28d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Freelance Firm is a national network of experienced, high-level freelance attorneys and paralegals providing remote, on-demand support for legal projects. They have an opportunity for a qualified and experienced Immigration Attorney to provide ongoing Master Calendar and Individual (Merits) Hearing coverage in New York City, Newark, and Philadelphia. Work hours will vary but are expected to start at approximately 5+ hours per week, with recurring in-person hearing coverage needs.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing to practice Law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 5+ years of immigration law experience
• Strong immigration court experience
• Experience handling Master Calendar Hearings
• Experience handling Individual (Merits) Hearings
• Available for in-person coverage in New York City, Newark, and/or Philadelphia
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Responsive, dependable, and able to work independently

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Russian, Uzbek, or Tajik is highly preferred
• Fluency in Georgian, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Kazakh, or Kyrgyz is also a significant plus
• Interest in providing ongoing immigration hearing coverage

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for Master Calendar Hearings
• Handle Individual (Merits) Hearings
• Review case files and prepare for scheduled hearings
• Appear in immigration court as needed
• Communicate with clients and supervising attorneys
• Provide timely updates following hearings
• Assist with other immigration matters as needed

Benefits

• Flat fee pay rate: $150 for remote MCH; $500 for in-person MCH; $1000 for in-person Individual Hearings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior