Immigration Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Immigration Attorney in Irving, TX. This full-time position is ideal for attorneys experienced in affirmative and/or defensive immigration matters, looking to grow within a collaborative, litigation-focused environment.

Duties

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in immigration matters.
• Manage a diverse caseload of immigration cases.
• Develop and execute tailored legal strategies.
• Prepare and file legal documents, including petitions and motions.
• Appear at court and agency proceedings.
• Draft legal arguments and responses to RFEs and NOIDs.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on immigration law.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Lead complex removal defense cases for experienced attorneys.
• Handle advanced litigation and appeals before the BIA.
• Act as lead counsel in high-stakes appearances.
• Provide guidance to Associate Attorneys and Paralegals.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience with U.S. immigration matters before USCIS and/or EOIR.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and caseloads effectively.
• Commitment to ethical standards and client-centered representation.
• Significant experience in removal defense and EOIR litigation preferred for senior-level candidates.
• Experience with BIA appeals and complex waivers preferred.
• Spanish fluency preferred, not required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and caseloads.
• Commitment to ethical standards.

Benefits

• Medical (firm covers 100% of employee-only premiums).
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401K with 4% match.
• Group life insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance up to $500K.
• Voluntary short-term disability.
• Group long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Telemedicine for all employees and dependents.
• Mental health assistance for all employees and dependents.
• 3 weeks accrued PTO.
• $75 monthly health/wellness reimbursement.
• Assistance/reimbursement of CLE/Bar dues and fees.