Description:

Job Title: Personal Injury Defense Attorney / Immigration Attorney
Location: Queens, New York
Firm: Gehi & Associates

About Us:
Gehi & Associates is a well-established Queens-based law firm with a strong reputation for providing effective legal representation across various practice areas. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Immigration Attorney / Personal Injury Defense Attorney to join our team on a freelance basis.

Position Overview:
The Immigration Attorney/ Personal Injury Defense Attorney will be responsible for independently handling personal injury defense matters, including litigation, legal research, drafting, settlement negotiations, and filing appearances. This is an excellent opportunity for a solo practitioner, semi-retired attorney, or freelance attorney with strong litigation and negotiation skills who wishes to work with a dynamic and growing law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

File notice of appearance and manage assigned personal injury defense cases.
Conduct thorough legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
Handle discovery, depositions, court appearances, and case strategy planning.
Engage in settlement negotiations and represent clients effectively in mediation or trial proceedings.
Collaborate with the firm's attorneys and staff to ensure smooth case management and client satisfaction.
Advise clients on all aspects of immigration law, including eligibility for visas, green cards, and naturalization.
Prepare and file complex immigration applications, petitions, and legal documents with government agencies (e.g., USCIS).
Represent clients in immigration court for removal proceedings, asylum hearings, and appeals.
Conduct legal research and remain current on constantly evolving federal immigration laws, policies, and regulations.
Advocate for clients' rights before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).

Qualifications & Requirements: