Business Immigration Attorney

Job Overview: A distinguished law firm in San Antonio, TX, is seeking an experienced Business Immigration Attorney to join its team. This hybrid position offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of business immigration matters, supporting clients in their legal needs while collaborating with a team of senior attorneys. The successful candidate will have a strong legal background, excellent research and drafting skills, and the ability to effectively represent clients in complex immigration cases. This position offers competitive compensation and flexibility with both in-office and remote work options.

Duties:

• Conduct thorough legal research using platforms like Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw to support immigration case strategies.
• Draft and file legal documents such as petitions, applications, and motions related to business immigration matters.
• Advise clients on immigration regulations, compliance issues, and case statuses.
• Represent clients in immigration-related negotiations and proceedings.
• Assist senior attorneys in complex business immigration cases, providing detailed legal analysis.
• Stay informed on the latest developments in immigration law and policy, ensuring compliance with regulatory changes.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, providing updates on case progress and addressing their concerns.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas or eligible for admission.
• Strong legal research skills and proficiency in legal platforms like Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting precise and clear legal documents.
• Knowledge of business immigration law and related regulations.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations while maintaining professionalism.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Texas State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Expertise in business immigration law, including regulatory compliance.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in legal drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This firm prides itself on its working environment. You will find a firm environment that is very casual and collegial. Associates will be challenged, and they will have the opportunity for client contact very quickly. This firm represents many of Californias public agencies, and has offices throughout the entire state. Attorneys will be expected to practice in both state and federal courts. Minimum billable hours are only 1800 per year, and many associates have felt personally rewarded by representing such clients as public educators and school districts.