Immigration Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Immigration Associate Attorney in Houston, TX. The role involves working on various immigration applications and supervising non-attorney team members. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for assisting undocumented immigrants in legalizing their status.

Duties

• Identify immigration relief options for clients.
• Strategize advocacy approaches for challenging cases.
• Provide leadership and training to non-attorney team members.
• Audit and review work from non-attorney team members.
• Ensure ethical obligations are met by non-attorney team members.
• Answer legal questions from support teams.
• Review and edit USCIS applications and supporting materials.
• Stay informed on legislative and case law changes.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active member in good standing of a state bar.
• 2+ years of experience in an immigration law firm.
• Experience with humanitarian and family-based visas preferred.
• Advocacy-focused approach to client representation.
• Innovative mindset for improving operations and processes.
• Strong communication skills with clients.

Education

• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of a state bar.

Skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Strong advocacy and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and train team members.
• Innovative and adaptable to change.