Immigration Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected immigration law firm is seeking a dedicated, experienced Immigration Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of family-based immigration experience, with additional experience in waiver and immigrant visa consular processing considered a plus. The position requires someone who is organized, responsible, and capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. The successful candidate will work on a variety of immigration cases, providing high-quality representation to clients.

Location:

• Houston, Texas

Duties:

• Develop and implement case strategies for various immigration matters.
• Prepare and file adjustment of status applications, immigrant visa applications, naturalization applications, waivers, VAWA petitions, RFE/NOID responses, and FOIA requests.
• Conduct legal research on immigration laws, policies, and procedures.
• Represent clients in immigration matters, including attending field office interviews.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients regarding immigration options and strategy.
• Maintain case files and ensure all relevant documents are properly prepared and filed in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in family-based immigration law; business immigration experience is a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of immigrant visa petitions and consular processing.
• Experience in handling family-based petitions, waivers, adjustment of status, VAWA petitions, and consular processing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and research abilities with high attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Knowledge of immigration laws and procedures, especially in family-based immigration matters.
• Proficiency in preparing and filing immigration-related petitions and applications.
• Ability to represent clients effectively in interviews and hearings.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

This law firm provides a comprehensive range of immigration services to individuals and businesses. It assists clients in various aspects of immigration law, including business immigration, family-based immigration, business green cards, naturalization and citizenship, and business visa. The firm's attorneys have decades of legal experience in all aspects of immigration of law. The firm's office is located in Houston, Texas.