Immigration Attorney
10 days ago
Irving
Job DescriptionDescription: Saenz-Garcia Law, PLLC is a dedicated legal practice specializing in U.S. immigration law. We are committed to providing high-quality, ethical, and client-centered legal services to individuals facing complex immigration challenges. Our team is passionate about advocacy, justice, and protecting our clients’ rights at every stage of the process. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Immigration Attorney to join our growing legal team on a full-time basis. This role is ideal for attorneys with experience in affirmative (USCIS) and/or defensive (EOIR) immigration matters who are looking to grow within a collaborative, litigation-focused environment. Key Responsabilities Core Responsibilities (All Levels) • Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in affirmative and defensive immigration matters., • Manage a caseload of immigration cases, ranging from routine to highly complex., • Develop and execute legal strategies tailored to each client’s immigration situation., • Prepare and file petitions, applications, motions, briefs, and supporting evidence., • Appear at court and agency proceedings, including Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Hearings, bond hearings, and USCIS interviews., • Draft legal arguments, affidavits, motions, and responses to RFEs and NOIDs., • Conduct legal research and stay current on changes in immigration law and procedure., • Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure legal quality and compliance. Additional Responsibilities for More Experienced Attorneys • Lead complex removal defense cases, including matters involving criminal bars, fraud issues, and complex eligibility challenges., • Handle advanced litigation and appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)., • Act as lead counsel and final decision-maker in high-stakes court and agency appearances., • Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to Associate Attorneys and Paralegals., • Collaborate with the Managing Attorney on litigation strategy, best practices, and legal quality standards. Requirements: Requirements Required (All Applicants) • 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 handling U.S. immigration matters before USCIS and/or EOIR., • Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills., • Ability to manage deadlines and caseloads in a fast-paced environment., • Significant experience in removal/deportation defense and EOIR litigation., • Experience with BIA appeals and complex waivers (I-601 / I-212)., • Experience handling detained removal proceedings., • Demonstrated ability to mentor attorneys and support staff., • Spanish fluency (preferred, not required). We Offer • Medical (Firm covers 100% of employee-only premiums), • Dental, • Vision, • 401K with 4% match, • Group Life Insurance, • Vol Life Insurance up to 500K, • Vol STD, • Group LTD, • Flex Spending Accounts, • Telemedicine (for all employees and dependents), • Mental Heath assistance (all employees and dependents), • 3 weeks accrued PTO, • $75 monthly health/wellness reimbursement (for gym, chiropractor, massage therapy, etc. up to employee), • Assistance/reimbursement of CLE/Bar dues and fees