Immigration Attorney

Job Title: Immigration Attorney

Job Location: San Antonio, TX

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in San Antonio, TX, is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a passion for immigration law, who is ready to manage a diverse caseload and work with a collaborative team of legal professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling a variety of immigration cases and will play a key role in representing clients in both family-based immigration and removal defense matters.

Duties:

• Provide clear explanations of immigration concepts and offer strategic legal solutions.
• Represent both non-detained and detained individuals in immigration court and before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
• Manage a robust caseload of immigration cases, ensuring all deadlines and client needs are met.
• Conduct intakes and client interviews, especially for detained individuals at immigration centers.
• Prepare and file immigration applications, including family-based petitions and removal defense applications.
• Review and assess immigration applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutorial offices, and community organizations to stay current with changes in immigration law.
• Advise potential clients during strategic consultations, providing tailored legal strategies.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony at court or USCIS hearings.
• Draft and submit legal briefs for a range of immigration matters.
• Provide legal analysis to clients regarding possible benefits or outcomes of their cases.

Requirements:

• 1-4 years of experience in Immigration Law.
• Proven ability to manage and move legal cases forward independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Experience working with a variety of immigration petitions, including family-based, humanitarian, EOIR (Executive Office for Immigration Review), detained cases, and USCIS applications.
• Proficiency in case management software is preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar in good standing.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice law in the state of Texas.

Skills:

• Expertise in immigration law and procedure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Client-focused and results-driven.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.

Job Location:

• San Antonio, TX

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Complimentary parking.
• Professional development opportunities and a collaborative work environment.