Associate Immigration Attorneys (USCIS -EOIR)
13 days ago
Dallas
Job DescriptionDescription: Saenz-Garcia Law, PLLC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate immigration attorney (Removal and/or USCIS) to join our growing immigration practice. This role is designed for both entry-level attorneys (Associate Attorney I) and more experienced practitioners (Associate Attorney II), offering structured training, mentorship, and progressive responsibility. The Associate Attorney will provide high-quality legal representation in both affirmative (USCIS) in both family-based and humanitarian immigration and/or defensive (EOIR) immigration matters. This position involves managing a dedicated caseload, developing strong litigation and advocacy skills, and gradually transitioning to the independent handling of complex cases under the supervision of a Senior Attorney and/or Managing Attorney. Key Responsibilities • Provide direct legal representation and advocacy for clients before USCIS and/or EOIR., • Manage a caseload of affirmative and defensive immigration matters, ranging from routine to complex cases., • Develop and implement legal strategies tailored to each client’s immigration situation., • Prepare, draft, and file immigration petitions, applications, and motions, including but not limited to asylum, cancellation of removal, waivers, and adjustment of status., • Appear as lead counsel at court and agency proceedings, including Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Hearings, bond hearings, and USCIS interviews, with increasing independence., • Draft legal arguments, affidavits, motions, and responses to RFEs and NOIDs., • Conduct legal research to support case strategy and litigation decisions., • Stay current on changes in immigration law, USCIS policies, EOIR procedures, and relevant case law., • Collaborate closely with Senior and Managing Attorneys on complex or high-stakes matters., • Mentor and guide paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and procedural requirements (required for Associate Attorney II, with strong English/Spanish bilingual candidates or candidates with demonstrated ability to independently manage a USCIS caseload). Requirements: • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school., • Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing., • Demonstrated interest or experience in +5 years in immigration law, including USCIS in both family-based and humanitarian immigration and/or EOIR proceedings., • Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills., • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a legal team., • Spanish fluency preferred (oral and written), but not required., • Prior experience mentoring support staff is a plus (required for Associate Attorney II). with strong English/Spanish bilingual candidates or candidates with demonstrated ability to independently manage a USCIS/EOIR caseload. We Offer: • Medical (Firm covers 100% of employee-only premiums), • Dental, • Vision, • Group Life Insurance, • Vol Life Insurance up to 500K, • Vol STD, • Group LTD, • Telemedicine (for all employees and dependents), • $75 monthly health/wellness reimbursement (for gym, chiropractor, massage therapy, etc. up to employee), • Assistance/reimbursement of CLE/Bar dues and fees