Removal Defense Attorney (Criminal Law Background)

Mangone Law Firm•Morris Plains, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Mangone Law Firm, LLC is a New Jersey-based immigration law firm dedicated to helping new Americans obtain legal status in the U.S. since 2012. We represent immigrants nationwide and are committed to excellence in customer service. We are recognized on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. We are seeking a motivated, passionate, hard-working individual to become our new Removal Immigration Staff Attorney in Morris Plains, New Jersey. This role involves defending the future of families fighting for their place in the United States, pivoting courtroom expertise toward Removal Immigration proceedings. We will provide training on immigration law, while the attorney brings litigation skills and a passion for justice.

Requirements

Must be a licensed attorney and a member of the New Jersey Bar.
1–3 years of experience, ideally in criminal defense or high-stakes litigation.
Proficiency in both English and Spanish.
A deep alignment with immigrant rights and social justice.
Willingness to master immigration law, bond representation, and removal defense strategies.
Based in New Jersey with a reliable vehicle to appear in person for court and ICE presentations in NJ, NY, and PA.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in Master Calendar, Bond, and Individual Hearings.
Develop innovative defense strategies, including Cancellation of Removal, Asylum, and Adjustment of Status.
Collaborate with paralegals and case managers to build cases.
Participate in "Consultation Day" events to evaluate case eligibility and explain legal options.
Review immigration court packages and humanitarian visa applications (VAWA, SIJS, U, and T Visas) to ensure they meet firm and USCIS standards.