Associate Attorney

Company: GROSSMAN YOUNG & HAMMOND LLC
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Associate Attorney – Immigration: Habeas Corpus, Bond, Removal Defense, and Domestic and International Family-Based Immigration Grossman Young & Hammond, an internationally recognized, family-friendly immigration and international human rights law firm, is seeking a full-time associate attorney to work in the firm’s immigration and litigation practice. The associate will spearhead the GYH’s expanding habeas corpus docket, helping noncitizens unlawfully detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) seek release from custody. The associate will also support the Firm’s international protection practice on an as-needed basis. The attorney will work out of the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate is a team player who thrives in a collegial environment and is passionate about advocating for immigrant rights. Strong candidates will come to the job with, at a minimum, an interest in habeas corpus litigation and a basic understanding of how the U.S. immigration system operates. Ideal candidates must have excellent organizational skills; proven, superior writing ability; oral advocacy prowess; and attention to detail. Ideal candidates are creative, articulate, have a can-do attitude, and are intellectually curious. The candidate will be mentored by and support a team of senior attorneys and partners. Responsibilities include: Synthesizing legal research and analysis into written memoranda or briefs, preparing court filings, appearing in court and before various agencies, and performing case work as assigned; Identifying potential issues in client cases and developing strategies to address them; Researching, analyzing and staying up-to-date on relevant areas of the law and current events; Conducting/participating in client meetings and calls; Preparing applications for immigration benefits; Responding to client inquiries; Representing clients at USCIS interviews; Representing clients in immigration court; Representing clients in federal court; Representing clients in connection with administrative and judicial appeals; and Supporting firm initiatives to help us continuously improve how we do our work. Required Education, Skills and Experience: J.D. Spanish language skills strongly preferred. 0-4 years of experience in immigration law Compensation and Benefits: Salary : $80,000–$105,000 (commensurate with experience) Benefits include : PTO, paid holidays, 401(k) with firm contribution, paid parental leave, and excellent healthcare options. Work Schedule: 40 hours per week Domestic and International travel may be required Work is completed both in the office and remotely Interested candidates can apply by clicking on the Grossman Young & Hammond Career Center Link . Candidates should upload their resume and a cover letter describing their interest and motivation to work in the field of international human rights and immigration law. For more information on our firm, please visit our website at www.grossmanyoung.com.

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