Cohen Immigration Law Group, P.C.
Long Island City, New York
We are an immigration law firm led by a retired U.S. Immigration Judge, Raisa Cohen, dedicated to helping clients navigate the immigration system with clarity, compassion, and precision. Our cases range from removal defense to humanitarian relief, and we are looking for an experienced immigration attorney who can hit the ground running. In this role, you'll work directly alongside Retired Judge Cohen, gaining rare, high-level insight into case strategy, issue-spotting, and decision-maker thinking, while taking meaningful ownership of active matters from day one. If you're a sharp, court-ready attorney who thrives in a high-accountability environment and wants to level up fast, we'd love to meet you. If this sounds like a perfect position for you, please send us your resume today. Compensation: $90,000 - $150,000 yearly Responsibilities: Get appropriate documents prepared, such as motions, pleadings, notices, and discovery requests and responses Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings Provide guidance and advice to associate attorneys and paralegals to resolve or prevent conflicts Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels EOIR/Removal Defense Represent clients before EOIR in the master calendar and individual hearings. Develop and execute case strategies for removal defense, including asylum, withholding of removal, CAT claims, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, waivers, and motions to reopen/terminate. Draft persuasive briefs, motions, and legal memoranda for EOIR, BIA, and federal courts when appropriate. Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, ensuring they are confident and well-supported. Conduct legal and country conditions research to strengthen litigation strategy. USCIS Matters Represent clients before USCIS in interviews and filings, including adjustment of status, naturalization, waivers, family-based petitions, humanitarian relief (VAWA, U visas, T visas), and asylum. Prepare and review USCIS applications, petitions, and supporting evidence packets with paralegal support. Attend USCIS interviews and advocate for clients before officers. Advise clients on USCIS processes, timelines, and strategic paths to relief. General Responsibilities Supervise and collaborate with paralegals in preparing filings, exhibits, and case packets. Provide compassionate, clear, and strategic guidance to clients navigating complex immigration challenges. Stay up to date on evolving immigration laws, regulations, and policies that impact both EOIR and USCIS practice. Qualifications: Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision 5 years of required experience as a senior associate in the legal field Excellent time management and interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing and verbal communication skills Active member in good standing with local and state bar associations Previous experience advocating for clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration J.D. from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in any U.S. state. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in immigration law, with exposure to both EOIR litigation and USCIS practice. Strong oral advocacy skills, with confidence in courtroom and interview settings. Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills. Bilingual proficiency (Spanish or Russian preferred but not required). Deep commitment to immigrant rights and passion for fighting for clients under threat of removal. About Company At Cohen Immigration Law Group, P.C., we don't just practice immigration law; we transform lives. Led by retired Immigration Judge and former DHS prosecutor Raisa Cohen, who was once a refugee herself, our firm brings unmatched knowledge from every side of the immigration system. We help clients trade fear for freedom through compassionate, strategic advocacy, from complex asylum cases to family petitions. Here, we fight for dignity, hope, and justice for every client. We're seeking team members who care deeply about people, not just cases, professionals who want to make a real impact in immigrants' lives while growing in a mission-driven practice. Benefits at Cohen Immigration Law Group, P.C.: Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off and holidays Annual Bonus Opportunities for ongoing professional development We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary PIb4113a25d5-
We are an immigration law firm led by a retired U.S. Immigration Judge, Raisa Cohen, dedicated to helping clients navigate the immigration system with clarity, compassion, and precision. Our cases range from removal defense to humanitarian relief, and we are looking for an experienced immigration attorney who can hit the ground running. In this role, you'll work directly alongside Retired Judge Cohen, gaining rare, high-level insight into case strategy, issue-spotting, and decision-maker thinking, while taking meaningful ownership of active matters from day one. If you're a sharp, court-ready attorney who thrives in a high-accountability environment and wants to level up fast, we'd love to meet you. If this sounds like a perfect position for you, please send us your resume today. Compensation: $90,000 - $150,000 yearly Responsibilities: Get appropriate documents prepared, such as motions, pleadings, notices, and discovery requests and responses Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings Provide guidance and advice to associate attorneys and paralegals to resolve or prevent conflicts Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels EOIR/Removal Defense Represent clients before EOIR in the master calendar and individual hearings. Develop and execute case strategies for removal defense, including asylum, withholding of removal, CAT claims, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, waivers, and motions to reopen/terminate. Draft persuasive briefs, motions, and legal memoranda for EOIR, BIA, and federal courts when appropriate. Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, ensuring they are confident and well-supported. Conduct legal and country conditions research to strengthen litigation strategy. USCIS Matters Represent clients before USCIS in interviews and filings, including adjustment of status, naturalization, waivers, family-based petitions, humanitarian relief (VAWA, U visas, T visas), and asylum. Prepare and review USCIS applications, petitions, and supporting evidence packets with paralegal support. Attend USCIS interviews and advocate for clients before officers. Advise clients on USCIS processes, timelines, and strategic paths to relief. General Responsibilities Supervise and collaborate with paralegals in preparing filings, exhibits, and case packets. Provide compassionate, clear, and strategic guidance to clients navigating complex immigration challenges. Stay up to date on evolving immigration laws, regulations, and policies that impact both EOIR and USCIS practice. Qualifications: Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision 5 years of required experience as a senior associate in the legal field Excellent time management and interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing and verbal communication skills Active member in good standing with local and state bar associations Previous experience advocating for clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration J.D. from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in any U.S. state. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in immigration law, with exposure to both EOIR litigation and USCIS practice. Strong oral advocacy skills, with confidence in courtroom and interview settings. Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills. Bilingual proficiency (Spanish or Russian preferred but not required). Deep commitment to immigrant rights and passion for fighting for clients under threat of removal. About Company At Cohen Immigration Law Group, P.C., we don't just practice immigration law; we transform lives. Led by retired Immigration Judge and former DHS prosecutor Raisa Cohen, who was once a refugee herself, our firm brings unmatched knowledge from every side of the immigration system. We help clients trade fear for freedom through compassionate, strategic advocacy, from complex asylum cases to family petitions. Here, we fight for dignity, hope, and justice for every client. We're seeking team members who care deeply about people, not just cases, professionals who want to make a real impact in immigrants' lives while growing in a mission-driven practice. Benefits at Cohen Immigration Law Group, P.C.: Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off and holidays Annual Bonus Opportunities for ongoing professional development We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary PIb4113a25d5-
Christus Health
Irving, Texas
Description Summary: The Litigation Attorney is a junior attorney with litigation experience who will manage all stages of litigation and claims management, from management of service of process through case resolution. Primary responsibilities will direct supervision of two other team members, a paralegal and claims coordinator. The Litigation Attorney will oversee low to middle level risk claims and manage the work of the claims team members as well as outside counsel. The Litigation Attorney will provide timely response to claims, complaints, subpoenas and other service of process; legal research; review and drafting of pleadings and discovery responses, claim summaries, executive reporting, mediation/trial and other litigation-related events; e-discovery and legal holds management; and other activities under the supervision of more senior attorneys relating to all phases of litigation from pre-trial investigation through mediation, settlements, verdict or appeal. Responsibilities: Work with VP of Litigation and other attorneys in the daily management of pre-litigation and litigation pertaining to a broad range of litigation, pre-litigation and other claim management matters for the entire enterprise including professional liability, general liability, regulatory matters and commercial litigation. Direct management of 2 associates (Paralegal and Claims Coordinator) Monitor and manage service of process, filings, subpoenas and a variety of other legal service documents served on the entire enterprise. Monitor and assist with legal demands, preservation demands, legal holds and the collection of e-discovery, medical or billing records as needed. Draft, review and management of various agreements and other documents related to claims management, pre-litigation and litigation matters. Draft, review and interact with internal and outside counsel as well as internal clients working on discovery projects, retrieval of ESI, reviewing discovery responses, draft motions and other litigation related filings. Draft correspondence to regional clients and/or outside counsel related to a variety of topics. Monitor and manage confidential and proprietary databases and documents utilized by litigation team department. Work and collaborate with internal clients across the enterprise to manage claims at various levels including claim resolution and settlement closings. Communication with outside counsel and internal leadership and staff regarding various matters. Conduct legal document research, retrieving information, and investigations. Assist with various projects, such as subpoena responses, coordination of witness appearances, participation in deposition and trial preparation and collection of, hold and retrieval of e-discovery. Assist in drafting correspondence related to subpoena, legal holds, preservation demand and various other communications with both internal clients and outside counsel. Assist with claim team coordination, claims reviews, weekly meetings. Attend mediation/trial and reporting related to same. Travel to regional clients as needed in connection with meetings, mediation or trials. Travel 25-40% Build positive relationships within team, with entity contacts, internal contacts, senior leaders, directors, and office work team as necessary to perform duties and to achieve results. Requirements: Education/Skills Juris Doctor. Prefer curriculum with focus on litigation or trial advocacy. 5-10 years of Legal experience in firm or corporate setting. Litigation experience required. Experience At least 5 years' experience in legal or litigation setting, preferably related to hospital, provider or healthcare matters. Excellent organization, writing and interpersonal skills, with the ability to take detailed notes. Ability to analyze discovery responses, understand motion practice, and interact with outside counsel. Ability to prepare/send correspondence for the entity. Drafting of legal holds, affidavits and other legal documents. Organizational skills with the ability to handle priority projects simultaneously within tight deadlines and is proactive in preventing problems, good follow through on projects/issues, and an attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information and PHI in a mature, professional, and completely confidential manner. Proficiency in Word, database management, and Excel as well as legal research on Lexis/Westlaw. Knowledge of e-discovery platforms and working with same. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Licensure and in good standing to practice in Texas (preferred) or in another State, with the ability to become licensed in Texas within one year of hire. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time
Description Summary: The Litigation Attorney is a junior attorney with litigation experience who will manage all stages of litigation and claims management, from management of service of process through case resolution. Primary responsibilities will direct supervision of two other team members, a paralegal and claims coordinator. The Litigation Attorney will oversee low to middle level risk claims and manage the work of the claims team members as well as outside counsel. The Litigation Attorney will provide timely response to claims, complaints, subpoenas and other service of process; legal research; review and drafting of pleadings and discovery responses, claim summaries, executive reporting, mediation/trial and other litigation-related events; e-discovery and legal holds management; and other activities under the supervision of more senior attorneys relating to all phases of litigation from pre-trial investigation through mediation, settlements, verdict or appeal. Responsibilities: Work with VP of Litigation and other attorneys in the daily management of pre-litigation and litigation pertaining to a broad range of litigation, pre-litigation and other claim management matters for the entire enterprise including professional liability, general liability, regulatory matters and commercial litigation. Direct management of 2 associates (Paralegal and Claims Coordinator) Monitor and manage service of process, filings, subpoenas and a variety of other legal service documents served on the entire enterprise. Monitor and assist with legal demands, preservation demands, legal holds and the collection of e-discovery, medical or billing records as needed. Draft, review and management of various agreements and other documents related to claims management, pre-litigation and litigation matters. Draft, review and interact with internal and outside counsel as well as internal clients working on discovery projects, retrieval of ESI, reviewing discovery responses, draft motions and other litigation related filings. Draft correspondence to regional clients and/or outside counsel related to a variety of topics. Monitor and manage confidential and proprietary databases and documents utilized by litigation team department. Work and collaborate with internal clients across the enterprise to manage claims at various levels including claim resolution and settlement closings. Communication with outside counsel and internal leadership and staff regarding various matters. Conduct legal document research, retrieving information, and investigations. Assist with various projects, such as subpoena responses, coordination of witness appearances, participation in deposition and trial preparation and collection of, hold and retrieval of e-discovery. Assist in drafting correspondence related to subpoena, legal holds, preservation demand and various other communications with both internal clients and outside counsel. Assist with claim team coordination, claims reviews, weekly meetings. Attend mediation/trial and reporting related to same. Travel to regional clients as needed in connection with meetings, mediation or trials. Travel 25-40% Build positive relationships within team, with entity contacts, internal contacts, senior leaders, directors, and office work team as necessary to perform duties and to achieve results. Requirements: Education/Skills Juris Doctor. Prefer curriculum with focus on litigation or trial advocacy. 5-10 years of Legal experience in firm or corporate setting. Litigation experience required. Experience At least 5 years' experience in legal or litigation setting, preferably related to hospital, provider or healthcare matters. Excellent organization, writing and interpersonal skills, with the ability to take detailed notes. Ability to analyze discovery responses, understand motion practice, and interact with outside counsel. Ability to prepare/send correspondence for the entity. Drafting of legal holds, affidavits and other legal documents. Organizational skills with the ability to handle priority projects simultaneously within tight deadlines and is proactive in preventing problems, good follow through on projects/issues, and an attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information and PHI in a mature, professional, and completely confidential manner. Proficiency in Word, database management, and Excel as well as legal research on Lexis/Westlaw. Knowledge of e-discovery platforms and working with same. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Licensure and in good standing to practice in Texas (preferred) or in another State, with the ability to become licensed in Texas within one year of hire. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time
