Associate Attorney - Immigration, Family, Worker's Comp, Litigation

J Kelley Law Group PLLC | Gaithersburg, Maryland

Salary: $100,000–$115,000 (DOE)

Hybrid: Eligible after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period (1–2 remote days/week based on performance and operational needs)

Looking for More Than Just Your Next Job?

At J Kelley Law Group, we believe practicing law is one of the greatest opportunities to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Every day, we represent individuals, families, and businesses facing life-changing legal challenges. Whether keeping a family together through immigration proceedings, protecting a parent's relationship with a child, or advocating for someone injured through another's negligence, our work matters.

Founded in 2017, J Kelley Law Group has grown into a dynamic, bilingual, and technology-driven law firm serving clients throughout the United States in immigration matters and throughout Maryland in family law, personal injury, and workers' compensation. We combine sophisticated legal advocacy with compassionate client service and a commitment to excellence. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an attorney who wants to grow with us.

Why Join J Kelley Law Group?

This is not a position where you'll spend years reviewing documents from behind a desk. This is a position designed to develop you into a confident litigator, trusted advisor, and client advocate.

From the beginning, you will receive meaningful opportunities to:

• Appear in court
• Represent clients before judges and government agencies
• Conduct client consultations
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda
• Participate in litigation strategy
• Prepare witnesses and evidence
• Work directly with experienced attorneys
• Develop your own litigation and advocacy skills

If your goal is to become an outstanding trial attorney and advocate, not simply process files, this position is for you.

We Invest in Attorneys

We understand that becoming an exceptional lawyer requires mentorship, preparation, and continuous learning.

Our associates receive: (i) Direct mentorship from experienced attorneys; (ii) Regular coaching and constructive feedback; (iii) Progressive courtroom experience; (iv) Client-facing responsibilities; (v) Litigation strategy training; (vi) Professional development opportunities; CLE support; (vii) Networking opportunities; and (viii) Career development planning.

We are committed to helping motivated attorneys become outstanding litigators and leaders.

Technology That Supports Great Lawyering

We believe technology should enhance, not replace, excellent legal judgment.

Our attorneys work with modern legal technology, including:

• Westlaw AI
• JKLG Live Tracker (our proprietary case management platform)
• MyCase
• Tresorit
• Microsoft 365

We encourage the responsible, attorney-supervised use of technology to improve legal research, drafting, organization, productivity, and client service.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

$100,000–$115,000 annually (DOE)

Benefits

✔ $600 monthly health insurance stipend

✔ 10 days Paid Time Off (15 days PTO after completion of the first year)

✔ 10 paid federal holidays

✔ 40 hours paid sick leave

✔ Professional liability insurance

✔ Paid Maryland Bar dues

✔ Approved Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

✔ Mentorship and litigation training

✔ Networking and professional development opportunities

✔ Hybrid work schedule after successful completion of probation (1–2 remote days/week based on performance and firm operations)

Performance Bonus

Eligible for semester performance bonuses based on:

• Quality of legal work
• Productivity
• Professionalism
• Client service
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Contribution to firm growth

What You'll Do

You'll work across multiple practice areas, including:

• Immigration Law
• Family Law
• Personal Injury
• Workers' Compensation

Responsibilities include:

• Represent clients in court and administrative proceedings
• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
• Conduct legal research
• Meet with clients and develop case strategies
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings
• Manage an active caseload with mentorship and supervision
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff

What We're Looking For

We aren't simply hiring experience, we're hiring potential.

We're looking for an attorney who is:

• Organized
• Takes relentless ownership of their caseload and client outcomes
• Deadline-oriented
• Coachable
• Curious and inquisitive; self-starter on all legal questions
• Professional
• Compassionate
• Accountable
• Motivated to continuously improve

Someone who enjoys learning, welcomes feedback, takes ownership of their work, and understands that becoming an exceptional attorney requires hard work, preparation, and initiative.

The right candidate will be supported, challenged, and trusted with increasing responsibility.

Required Qualifications

• Active Maryland Bar admission
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in immigration law, family law, personal injury, or workers' compensation
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational and case management skills
• Demonstrated respect for deadlines and attention to detail
• Ability to work in person at our Gaithersburg office
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Litigation, judicial clerkship, legal clinic, or courtroom experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish fluency (or a genuine interest in learning Spanish)
• Eligibility for admission to the Virginia Bar
• Experience appearing before courts or administrative agencies

Our Culture

At J Kelley Law Group, we believe great attorneys are built through preparation, accountability, collaboration, and integrity.

We challenge one another to grow professionally while supporting one another as a team.

We celebrate initiative, continuous learning, excellent advocacy, and exceptional client service.

If you're looking for a place where your work matters, your development is a priority, and your career can grow alongside a thriving law firm, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

Please submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter (we read every single one... it’s your chance to make an impression, or not)
• (Optional) Writing Sample

In your cover letter, tell us why this opportunity interests you and how it fits your long-term career goals.

J Kelley Law Group PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, professional, and collaborative workplace where attorneys can thrive while providing exceptional legal representation to the clients and communities we serve.