What We Offer:
1.Path to partnership for committed and qualified attorneys
2.Competitive salary: $125,000–$165,000 DOE
3.Medical, vision, 401(k), profit-sharing
4.Paid time off
5.Relocation assistance (for out-of-state hires)
6.CLEs and AILA dues paid
7.Origination bonuses and referral compensation
8.A demanding but respectful workplace with mentorship and long-term growth
Required Education:
Juris Doctor
Additional Information:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
Bretz & Coven, LLP — a nationally recognized NYC-based immigration law firm — is seeking an experienced and ambitious Immigration Litigation Attorney to join our growing team. This is a career-defining opportunity for a seasoned immigration court litigator who seeks not just a job, but a path to partnership and firm leadership.
Founded in 1994, we have built a powerful reputation for representing non-citizens in complex removal defense, criminal-immigration (crim-imm) matters, waivers, and federal litigation. With a team of 40+ staff, including 5 full-time and 3 part-time attorneys, our firm offers the resources and mentorship of a deeply experienced practice — and a rare chance to step into a long-term leadership role.
Responsibilities:
Represent clients in removal proceedings before EOIR
Prepare and litigate applications for relief: asylum, CAT, cancellation, waivers
Draft motions to suppress, motions to terminate, and other defensive strategies
Litigate bond motions and habeas petitions in U.S. District Court
Prepare BIA briefs and petitions for review in federal circuit court
Conduct Padilla consults and advise on crim-imm consequences
Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff
Contribute to strategic firm development and long-term planning
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of direct immigration court experience (Required)
Licensed to practice law in New York or New Jersey (or able to waive in immediately)
Federal court experience strongly preferred
Proficiency in Spanish or another foreign language preferred
Deep understanding of removal defense, waivers, asylum, and crim-imm law
Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
A collaborative team player with leadership potential
Desire to grow into partnership and eventual succession of firm leadership
Bretz & Coven, LLP is a nationally recognized NYC-based immigration law firm founded in 1994. We have built a powerful reputation for representing non-citizens in complex removal defense, criminal-immigration (crim-imm) matters, waivers, and federal litigation. Our work is not limited to the administrative process of immigration. We consider complex cases to be the strongpoint of our practice. Our attorneys have argued immigration appeals in federal appellate courts and have had a mandatory dentention statute declared unconstitutional. We are dedicated to comprehensive immigration reform and remain invested in the latest immigration legislation and rulemaking. This allows us to advise our clients of the full range of options available to them.
