Associate Attorney - Immigration

Synectics Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Dallas seeks a bilingual Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of recent experience in family-based immigration and removal defense. This in-person role requires an active state bar license and a strong commitment to immigration law.

The candidate will manage USCIS matters, immigration court proceedings, and removal defense, while conducting legal research, drafting motions, and advocating for clients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. required with active state bar admission.
• Minimum of 2 years focused on family-based immigration and removal defense.
• Professional fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) required.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a high-volume caseload including USCIS matters, immigration court proceedings, and removal defense.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, appeals, and pleadings.
• Communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients while providing compassionate representation.
• Utilize electronic filing portals and case management software to maintain documentation and track deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Legal judgment

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Tools

ECAS

USCIS online

PACER

Case management software

Job description

Position Overview

Our Client is a Dallas-based immigration law firm is seeking a bilingual Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of recent experience in family-based immigration and removal defense. This in-person role requires a dedicated advocate with a active state bar license and a strong commitment to immigration law.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Independently manage a high-volume caseload involving USCIS matters, immigration court proceedings, and removal defense.
• Legal Writing & Research: Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, appeals, and pleadings.
• Client Advocacy: Communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients while providing compassionate, effective representation.
• System Operations: Utilize electronic filing portals (ECAS, USCIS online, PACER) and case management software to maintain thorough case documentation and track deadlines.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Bar Admission: J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active state bar admission.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years focused on family-based immigration and removal defense.
• Language: Professional fluency in both English and Spanish (written and verbal) is required.
• Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities, sharp legal judgment, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment.