Bilingual Immigration Attorney — Removal Defense

Ruvalcaba Hernandez Law Firm; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, vision, and life

Paid time off

Professional development stipend

Dues paid by the firm

Job summary

Ruvalcaba Hernández Law Firm, PLLC is seeking an in-person Staff Attorney with strong removal defense experience to represent detained and non-detained clients before immigration courts. The attorney should also handle family-based petitions, waivers, and humanitarian relief, with potential for federal immigration litigation work.

The role offers growth toward Lead or Supervising Attorney. Travel up to 25% is required, and a competitive salary of $80,000–$150,000+ is offered commensurate with

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar license required.
• Spanish fluency required.
• 2–5 years immigration law experience preferred, strong clinic/internship experience considered.
• Federal litigation experience valued.
• Excellent research and writing skills; ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent detained and non-detained clients in removal proceedings before immigration courts, BIA, USCIS, and state courts.
• Handle custody redetermination (bond) hearings with evidence and arguments for release.
• Draft and file motions to terminate, reopen, removal cancellations, asylum, and related briefs.
• Prepare and file applications including I-751 waivers, SIJS, and humanitarian relief.
• Support clients through detention visits, hearings, and USCIS interviews.
• Develop legal strategies, prepare clients and witnesses, and conduct consultations.
• Review FOIA results, declarations, and psychological evaluations for accuracy.
• Supervise paralegals and staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Stay current on immigration law and communicate updates to staff and clients.
• Travel as needed for hearings and interviews.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Caseload management

Litigation

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Ruvalcaba Hernández Law Firm, PLLC is seeking an in-person Staff Attorney with strong removal defense experience to represent detained and non-detained clients before immigration courts. The attorney should also handle family-based petitions, waivers, and humanitarian relief, with potential for federal immigration litigation work.

The role offers growth toward Lead or Supervising Attorney. Travel up to 25% is required, and a competitive salary of $80,000–$150,000+ is offered commensurate with