Senior Immigration Attorney

A law firm in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Senior Immigration Attorney to join their dedicated Immigration Team. Reporting to the Sr. Associate Attorney, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing their own caseload, interacting with clients, and collaborating with a team of attorneys and legal assistants. This role requires expertise in various immigration matters, strategic case management, and excellent client representation.

Duties:

• Explain complex immigration concepts and devise strategic solutions for clients.
• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Manage a varied caseload of immigration cases efficiently.
• Conduct intakes and provide legal support to detained individuals at detention centers.
• Prepare and file a range of immigration applications, including removal defense and family-based immigration petitions.
• Review and make necessary adjustments to immigration applications and packets.
• Present and collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community-based organizations on changes in immigration law.
• Conduct strategic consultations with potential clients and develop appropriate case strategies.
• Develop and implement strategies, and prepare clients and witnesses for court or USCIS testimony.
• Provide thorough legal analysis to identify potential case benefits and strategies.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for diverse immigration cases.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Demonstrated experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian cases, EOIR matters, Detained cases, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Proficiency with Case Management Software is preferred.
• Preferably bilingual (Spanish).
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a proven ability to manage a caseload and move legal cases forward.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in the state of Texas.

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of immigration law and procedures.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and legal assistants.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload effectively and advance legal cases.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive compensation package including a 401(k) plan.
• Perks such as catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more.