Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A premier law firm is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Immigration Attorney to join its growing team in Austin, TX. This position offers a tremendous opportunity for professional growth, as the successful candidate will manage their own caseload and work closely with a team of skilled attorneys and legal assistants. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1 to 4 years of immigration law experience looking to advance their career within an established firm.

Location:

• Austin, TX

Duties:

• Explain 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 caseload of diverse immigration cases
• Conduct intakes and meet with detained individuals at detention centers
• Prepare various immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions
• Review immigration applications and make necessary adjustments
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations on changes in immigration law
• Conduct strategic consultations with potential clients and determine appropriate legal strategies
• Develop case strategies and prepare clients and witnesses for court/USCIS testimony
• Provide legal analysis to identify potential benefits for clients
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases

Requirements:

• At least 1 to 4 years of experience in Immigration Law
• Team-oriented with a willingness to collaborate and strategize with colleagues
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of Texas

Skills:

• Strong understanding of immigration law and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle high caseloads while maintaining attention to detail
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Catered lunches
• Complimentary parking