Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in Austin, Texas is seeking a dedicated and experienced Immigration Attorney to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate attorney to further develop their career in immigration law while managing a caseload, interacting with clients, and collaborating with a team of skilled attorneys and legal assistants. The ideal candidate will have experience in handling various immigration cases and a passion for providing legal solutions to clients in need.

Location:

• Austin, TX

Duties:

• Explain immigration law 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 caseload of immigration cases efficiently and effectively.
• Visit detention centers and conduct intake interviews with detained individuals.
• Prepare and submit diverse immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based petitions.
• Review immigration applications and packets, making necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law.
• Meet with potential clients for strategic immigration consultations and develop case strategies.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for court and USCIS testimony.
• Provide legal analysis to clients to identify potential case benefits.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 1 to 4 years of experience in immigration law.
• A team player with strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward.
• Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Experience with family-based petitions, humanitarian cases, EOIR, detained cases, citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with case management software preferred.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas (or eligible to seek admission).

Skills:

• Strong understanding of immigration law, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple cases.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in case management software is a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Career development opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment.