Immigration Attorney

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting in Houston, TX is seeking a Lead Immigration Attorney to launch and grow a humanitarian immigration practice onsite. The role offers ownership of the Houston practice with strong operational, administrative, and marketing support.

Salary ranges from $96,000 to $105,000 annually and the position is fully onsite. Responsibilities include representing clients in EOIR proceedings, handling humanitarian matters (VAWA, T-Visas, asylum), developing case strategies, and

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• Experience practicing immigration law and removal defense preferred.
• Fluent English and Spanish required.
• Strong advocacy and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in Removal Defense (EOIR) proceedings.
• Handle humanitarian immigration matters (VAWA, T-Visas, Asylum).
• Develop legal strategies and guide clients through the immigration process.
• Serve as the lead attorney for the Houston practice.
• Build relationships with clients and the local immigrant community.
• Partner with legal support staff to ensure efficient case management and client service.
• Help establish and grow the Houston practice.

Skills

English

Spanish

Education

Texas Bar License

Job description

LEAD IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY

Location: Houston, TX – Fully Onsite 77010

Salary: $96,000–$105,000 annually

Schedule: Full-Time

Language: Fluent English & Spanish Required

License: Active Texas Bar License Required

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Immigration Attorney to help launch and grow a new humanitarian immigration practice in Houston.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing practice while receiving strong operational, administrative, and marketing support.

What You'll Do

• Represent clients in Removal Defense (EOIR) proceedings
• Handle humanitarian immigration matters, including VAWA, T-Visas, Asylum, and related relief
• Develop legal strategies and guide clients throughout the immigration process
• Serve as the lead attorney for the Houston practice
• Build strong relationships with clients and the local immigrant community
• Partner with legal support staff to ensure efficient case management and excellent client service
• Help establish and grow the practice within the Houston market

What We're Looking For

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing
• Experience practicing immigration law
• Removal Defense (EOIR) and/or humanitarian immigration experience strongly preferred
• Fluent English and Spanish – required
• Strong advocacy, communication, and client relationship skills
• Compassionate, client-focused approach
• Ability to take ownership and thrive in a growing practice

Compensation & Benefits

• $96,000–$105,000 annual salary
• Strong operational, administrative, and marketing support
• Opportunity to build and lead a growing immigration practice
• Long-term career growth
• Meaningful work supporting individuals and families navigating complex immigration matters