Removal Defense Attorney, Criminal Law Background

Mangone Law Firm, LLC

Criminal Defense Attorney transitioning into Immigration Law at Mangone Law Firm in Morris Plains. Utilizing trial skills to defend families in Removal Immigration proceedings.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeMorris Plains • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Master a New Field: Transition your trial skills to represent clients in Master Calendar, Bond, and Individual Hearings.
Strategize: Develop innovative defense strategies, including Cancellation of Removal, Asylum, and Adjustment of Status.
Collaborate: Work with a dedicated team of paralegals and case managers to build ironclad 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Legal Credentials: Must be a licensed attorney and a member of the New Jersey Bar.
Litigation Background: 1–3 years of experience, ideally in criminal defense or high-stakes litigation.
Bilingual Skills: Proficiency in both English and Spanish is strongly preferred.
The "Hustle" & Heart: A deep alignment with immigrant rights and social justice.
Willingness to Learn: A proactive disposition to master immigration law, bond representation, and removal defense strategies.
Location & Logistics: Based in New Jersey with a reliable vehicle to appear in person for court and ICE presentations in NJ, NY, and PA.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary: Earn between $100,000 and $130,000 annually.
Full-time on-site during the first month, followed by a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office).
Purpose-Driven Culture: Be part of a team that genuinely supports one another and is committed to making a difference.
Ongoing Development: Access to continuous training and professional growth opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance plans.
Financial Security: 401(k) with employer matching, and a pension plan.
Profit Sharing.
Paid Leave: Enjoy paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement.
Bar membership renewal coverage.
Meaningful Work: Your efforts will directly help families stay together and find safety.

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Hard Skills & Tools

immigration lawlitigationCancellation of RemovalAsylumAdjustment of Statushumanitarian visa applicationsVAWASIJSU VisasT Visas

Soft Skills

collaborationstrategizingproactive dispositionalignment with immigrant rightssocial justice

Certifications

licensed attorneyNew Jersey Bar member