EOIR Immigration Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a skilled EOIR Immigration Attorney to join their San Antonio, TX team. This role involves representing clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals, managing a diverse caseload, and providing strategic legal solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immigration law, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of advancing legal cases.

Duties:

• Explain immigration concepts and present strategic solutions to clients.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage and prioritize a workload of cases effectively.
• Visit and conduct intakes with detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and file immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review and revise immigration applications/packets as needed.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on immigration law updates.
• Conduct strategic consultations with potential clients to determine the appropriate legal strategy.
• Develop case strategies and prepare clients/witnesses for court/USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to identify potential benefits for clients' cases.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR proceedings, detained cases, Citizenship applications, and other USCIS matters.
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to manage and advance a caseload effectively.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• High level of organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Case Management Software (preferred).

Job Location: San Antonio, TX

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Catered lunches
• Excellent compensation package
• 401(k) plan
• Paid parking
• Paid time off
• Additional benefits as outlined by the firm