Immigration Associate Attorney: Impactful Casework & Growth

Dmcausa; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Mentorship

Job summary

De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP (DMCA) seeks an Associate Attorney to join its growing immigration practice. The firm welcomes both newly licensed attorneys and experienced practitioners to contribute to strategy and growth.

The role offers hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to handle complex matters. DMCA emphasizes collaborative culture and meaningful client impact across Texas.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Fluency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Immigration law experience preferred, particularly removal defense; newly licensed attorneys encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of immigration matters from consultation through resolution.
• Develop legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
• Handle immigration matters including removal defense, family-based immigration, and proceedings before USCIS and EOIR.
• Draft motions, briefs, responses to RFEs, and notices of intent to deny, and other filings.
• Prepare clients for USCIS interviews, immigration court hearings, and other proceedings.
• Represent clients before immigration agencies and courts as appropriate.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in immigration law.
• Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and client relations professionals.
• Maintain organized case files and detailed case notes in the firm’s case management system.
• Provide clients with clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and dedicated advocacy.
• Mentor and support less-experienced team members when appropriate.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong legal writing

Legal research

Advocacy

Education

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

Active bar license in a U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP (DMCA) seeks an Associate Attorney to join its growing immigration practice. The firm welcomes both newly licensed attorneys and experienced practitioners to contribute to strategy and growth.

The role offers hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to handle complex matters. DMCA emphasizes collaborative culture and meaningful client impact across Texas.