Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Dallas, TX, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Immigration Attorney to play a crucial role in managing a diverse caseload. The attorney will focus on family-based immigration cases, including T visas and VAWA cases. The attorney will engage directly with clients, providing exceptional customer service and legal advice, primarily to undocumented Mexicans and Central Americans. This position involves leading and managing a dedicated team, ensuring the highest research, writing, and case strategy standards, and maintaining the firm's 100% success rate in filings.

Duties

• Manage a diverse caseload of family-based immigration cases, focusing on T visas and VAWA cases.
• Provide exceptional legal advice and customer service to clients, primarily undocumented Mexicans and Central Americans.
• Conduct thorough legal research and writing to develop robust case strategies.
• Led and managed a dedicated team of legal professionals, driving success and maintaining the firm's 100% success rate in filings.
• Engage directly with clients, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• Stay updated on immigration laws and policies, particularly those related to T visas and VAWA.
• Advocate passionately for humanitarian immigration options, supporting victims of labor trafficking and extreme cruelty.
• Maintain detailed and accurate case records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff to achieve the best client outcomes.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in the United States.
• Ideally, 3+ years of experience in immigration law, focusing on family-based immigration cases, T visas, and VAWA.
• Proven ability to manage both a team and a large caseload effectively.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to thrive under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the United States.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Exceptional client service and communication abilities.
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Proficiency in handling a high volume of cases with attention to detail.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Passion for humanitarian immigration law and supporting vulnerable populations.

Job Location

• Dallas, TX

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with employer match.
• 5 weeks of paid time off (PTO).
• Immense opportunities for professional growth through leadership, customer service, and legal education training.
• Be part of a mission-driven firm that makes a real difference in the lives of immigrants.