Immigration Attorney

Saenz-Garcia Law, PLLC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with 4% match

Life insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

Mental health assistance

PTO

$75 monthly health/wellness reimbursement

Job summary

A legal firm specializing in immigration law is seeking a skilled Immigration Attorney to join their team in Irving, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor and experience with U.S. immigration matters. This full-time role involves representing clients, managing caseloads, and conducting legal research. The firm offers extensive benefits, including health insurance, 401K matching, and PTO. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated attorneys looking to grow in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience handling U.S. immigration matters before USCIS and/or EOIR.
• Commitment to ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in immigration matters.
• Manage a caseload of immigration cases.
• Prepare and file petitions, applications, motions, and supporting evidence.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on changes in immigration law.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Oral advocacy

Time management

Client-centered representation

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Overview

Saenz-Garcia Law, PLLC is a dedicated legal practice specializing in U.S. immigration law. We are committed to providing high-quality, ethical, and client‑centered legal services to individuals facing complex immigration challenges. Our team is passionate about advocacy, justice, and protecting our clients’ rights at every stage of the process.

Position

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Immigration Attorney to join our growing legal team on a full‑time basis. This role is ideal for attorneys with experience in affirmative (USCIS) and/or defensive (EOIR) immigration matters who are looking to grow within a collaborative, litigation‑focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR in affirmative and defensive immigration matters.
• Manage a caseload of immigration cases, ranging from routine to highly complex.
• Develop and execute legal strategies tailored to each client’s immigration situation.
• Prepare and file petitions, applications, motions, briefs, and supporting evidence.
• Appear at court and agency proceedings, including Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Hearings, bond hearings, and USCIS interviews.
• Draft legal arguments, affidavits, motions, and responses to RFEs and NOIDs.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on changes in immigration law and procedure.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure legal quality and compliance.

Additional Responsibilities for More Experienced Attorneys

• Lead complex removal defense cases, including matters involving criminal bars, fraud issues, and complex eligibility challenges.
• Handle advanced litigation and appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
• Act as lead counsel and final decision‑maker in high‑stakes court and agency appearances.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to Associate Attorneys and Paralegals.
• Collaborate with the Managing Attorney on litigation strategy, best practices, and legal quality standards.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience handling U.S. immigration matters before USCIS and/or EOIR.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and caseloads in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to ethical standards and client‑centered representation.

Preferred for Senior‑Level Candidates

• Significant experience in removal/deportation defense and EOIR litigation.
• Experience with BIA appeals and complex waivers (I‑601 / I‑212).
• Experience handling detained removal proceedings.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor attorneys and support staff.
• Spanish fluency (preferred, not required).

We Offer

• Medical (Firm covers 100% of employee‑only premiums)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with 4% match
• Group Life Insurance
• Vol Life Insurance up to 500K
• Vol STD
• Group LTD
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Telemedicine (for all employees and dependents)
• Mental Health assistance (all employees and dependents)
• 3 weeks accrued PTO
• $75 monthly health/wellness reimbursement (for gym, chiropractor, massage therapy, etc. up to employee)
• Assistance/reimbursement of CLE/Bar dues and fees