Immigration Attorney

Unitedfirm; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Catered lunches

Complimentary parking

Job summary

Unitedfirm is seeking a Contract Appearance/Hearing Attorney specializing in immigration law for a flexible, appointment-based engagement in Dallas, Texas. The role requires in-person court appearances and involves effectively managing a caseload, preparing case documents, and ensuring timely communication with the central team.

The ideal candidate possesses a Juris Doctor (J.D.), a valid bar license, and ideally has experience with immigration proceedings. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• Active bar license in the state (California, Texas).
• Experience with immigration court proceedings or USCIS interviews.
• Able to manage own schedule effectively.

Responsibilities

• Appear in immigration courts and USCIS interviews.
• Prepare and review case documents for clients.
• Ensure timely reporting of hearing outcomes.

Skills

Immigration law experience

Effective communication

Excellent writing and advocacy skills

Bilingual skills (Spanish a plus)

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active bar license

Job description

Job Title: Contract Appearance / Hearing Attorney – Immigration Law

Location: Dallas

Type: Flexible, appointment-based, contract engagement

At The United Firm, we protect our clients’ rights with a history of success. We are building a network of qualified contract attorneys who can appear at immigration court or USCIS interviews. An EOIR Associate Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, manage caseload, client interaction, and collaborate with our immigration team.

Hybrid position requiring in-person court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Appear in immigration courts (master calendar hearings, bond hearings, removal/EOIR proceedings) or accompany clients to USCIS interviews.
• Represent clients in non-detention or detained matters and/or participate in immigration-related hearings.
• Maintain full control of your schedule: pick appearances, when and where within the city/region.
• Prepare and review case documents, coordinate with the central team, update status post-appearance.
• Ensure timely reporting of hearing outcomes back to the central team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active bar license in the State (e.g., California, Texas).
• Experience with immigration court proceedings or USCIS interviews.
• Able to manage your own schedule and communicate effectively with a remote team/staff.
• Reliable travel within the metro area/courthouse visits.Excellent writing and advocacy skills.
• Preferred: 1+ year of immigration-law experience (court/agency).
• Bilingual skills (Spanish a plus).
• Familiarity with EOIR proceedings, USCIS interviews and immigration law updates.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $80k‑120k USD DOE

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off; catered lunches; complimentary parking; and other perks. Benefits help our team excel in the legal industry.

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.