Job Details

Company Description

Based in Newport Beach, California. Marsan Akguc Law Firm specializes in guiding individuals and families through the complexities of U.S. immigration law. The firm provides expert assistance for family-based and employment-based immigration, asylum, naturalization, citizenship, and deportation defense. With a commitment to personalized and compassionate client support, the team ensures thorough representation and works closely with clients to achieve their immigration goals. Dedicated to making the process as seamless as possible, Marsan Akguc Law Firm prides itself on delivering accurate advice and protecting the rights of its clients. We are seeking a dedicated Immigration Attorney to join our Asylum & Removal Defense practice immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court, including Master Calendar and Individual Hearings
• Draft and litigate motions to reopen, reconsider, terminate, and other post-order relief
• Prepare and file appeals and briefs before the BIA
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Analyze records, including FOIA responses, to support case development
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings
• Appear at USCIS interviews and related proceedings as needed
• Supervise, mentor, and manage paralegals and law clerks, including reviewing work product, providing guidance, and ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
• Oversee case preparation and workflow, maintaining organization, accuracy, and compliance across assigned matters
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient case management and strong client service

Attorneys with federal litigation experience may also:

• Lead or support federal court matters, including mandamus, habeas corpus, and APA actions
• Draft complaints, motions, and briefs in federal district court
• Help develop internal processes and strategy for federal litigation cases

Requirements

• J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited U.S. law school
• Active admission to a U.S. Bar (California Bar preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of immigration law experience (asylum/removal defense focus strongly preferred)
• Full professional fluency in both English and Turkish required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States — we do not sponsor visas for this position

What We Offer

• A growing, structured firm with clear processes and room to advance
• A collaborative, supportive team that values quality work and strong client outcomes
• Exposure to complex, high-stakes asylum and removal defense cases across USCIS and Immigration Court
• Direct involvement in meaningful client representation serving a unique Turkish-speaking community nationwide
• Opportunity to develop federal litigation experience in mandamus, habeas corpus, and APA matters

How to Apply Please send your resume and any relevant materials to: hr@marsanakguclaw.com

We are moving quickly — strong candidates will be contacted within days of applying.