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    General Attorney - Washington, United States - Department Of Homeland Security

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    Summary

    The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA) is seeking an Associate Legal Advisor to join the team in the Immigration Law and Practice Division (ILPD) based in Washington, D.C.

    The position offers opportunities for local remote work within a 50-mile radius of the agency's office and is also telework-eligible as per agency guidelines.

    Duties

    The ICE OPLA Immigration Law and Practice Division (ILPD) is looking for an attorney to serve as an Associate Legal Advisor in Washington, D.C.

    • Handle issues related to immigration proceedings litigation
    • Custody of noncitizens during removal proceedings
    • Applicability of grounds for removability from the U.S.
    • Eligibility for relief from removal
    • Advocacy before the Board of Immigration Appeals
    • Interpretation of Immigration and Nationality Act

    ILPD provides legal advice to various departments within ICE, contributing to significant policy decisions essential to ICE's mission. The work in ILPD is fast-paced and involves high-profile assignments.

    Attorneys in ILPD advise and train ICE officers and agents on legal matters, agency policies, and best practices. They collaborate closely with ICE program offices and other federal agencies.

    The selected attorney will have significant responsibilities from the start, crafting policies to meet operational needs. They will provide legal opinions, assess litigation risks, and support Department of Justice (DOJ) in litigation matters.

    • OPLA is the largest legal program in DHS, with over 1,200 attorneys nationwide
    • Provides legal services to ICE programs and offices nationwide
    • Exclusive representation of DHS in removal proceedings at EOIR
    • Legal counsel on law enforcement authorities, liability, ethics, and administrative law
    • Represents the agency in legal proceedings and supports DOJ in ICE cases

    OPLA promotes inclusivity and diversity in its workforce, welcoming unique perspectives and fostering a safe, fair, and inclusive workplace.


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