EOIR Immigration Attorney

Job Title: EOIR Immigration Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in San Antonio, TX, seeks a dedicated and skilled EOIR Immigration Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal counsel, represent clients in various immigration matters, and work collaboratively with a team of associates. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of immigration law, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively.

Duties:

• Explain complex immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to clients.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage a diverse workload of immigration cases.
• Visit detention centers to conduct intake interviews with detained individuals.
• Prepare various immigration applications, including those related to removal defense and family-based immigration petitions.
• Review and adjust immigration applications/packets as necessary.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on immigration law changes.
• Conduct strategic consultations with potential clients to determine appropriate legal strategies.
• Develop strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony.
• Provide detailed legal analysis to clients to identify potential case benefits.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team, demonstrating a willingness to assist and collaborate with fellow associates.
• Record of effectively moving legal cases forward and managing a caseload.
• Preferably bilingual in English and Spanish.
• High-caliber interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Preferably experienced with Case Management Software.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the state bar.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar is required.
• Additional certifications in immigration law are a plus.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and case management software.

Job Location:

• San Antonio, TX

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Catered lunches.
• Competitive compensation package.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid parking.
• Paid time off.
• Additional benefits may be offered.