Immigration Attorney

Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers is seeking an attorney licensed in Texas or federally to represent clients in immigration matters, including court appearances, filings, and outreach efforts. The role involves ensuring compliance with program guidelines and maintaining detailed case records.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years in law, immigration experience, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Texas or Federal license to practice law.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a law setting, with immigration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide immigration law representation and consultations for clients.
• Draft pleadings, filings, and discovery documents.
• Appear in immigration court for hearings, motions or trials.
• Maintain case management notes and documentation in the legal database.
• Coordinate with Human Resources on recruitment, verification, and training matters.
• Engage in outreach and community advocacy activities.

Skills

Legal research

Document preparation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Texas or Federal License Attorney

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Summary:

Provide legal services in the form of representation to potential clients and clients in the area of immigration law. This includes the representation and preparation of immigration applications, removal proceeding representation, bond hearing, and asylum/deportation representation. Assisting in outreach and community advocacy.

Position Responsibilities

• Will provide legal consultations and representation in immigration litigation matters.
• Will assess and determine if Caritas Legal Service is able to provide representation.
• Appear in court and represent clients for hearings, motions, or trial in immigration court.
• Update legal database with all case management notes and documentation.
• Prepare necessary pleadings, discovery and legal documents.
• Collaborates with Human Resources on matters concerning recruitment, hiring/verification, training and supervision.
• Participate in Department sponsored functions.
• Complete reports to monitor funding and services provided.
• Maintain contact with clients on a regular basis.
• Assist with client representation with any client being serviced by the program when necessary as pertaining to area of immigration law.
• Assist with USCIS interviews and any grant compliance reporting.
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures.
• Engage in collaborative projects within the agency and in the community as determined by the Director.
• Supervise legal assistants to monitor productivity.
• Conduct phone/virtual consultations as needed.
• Must ensure the completion of all required professional development assignments in a timely manner for their direct reports.
• Must complete all required professional development assigned in a timely manner.
• Must be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
• Adhering to safety training and protocols on a daily basis, and taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self and others.
• Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information, services rendered to clients, donors names and gifts, internal and external investigations or results of any investigations, and financial information.
• Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral is mandatory.
• Every employee is required to take a solution‑oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director and Immigration Director.

Competencies

• Critical Thinking
• Thorough
• Results Oriented
• Stress Management
• Teamwork

Minimum Qualifications

• Education
  • Texas or Federal License Attorney
• Experience
  • Minimum of one year’s experience in immigration law with at least two years of experience in practicing law and/or experience working in a law office.
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
• License and Credentials
  • Reliable transportation
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Have valid vehicle liability insurance

Minimum Knowledge And Skills

• Minimum of two years’ experience in law setting including civil, family, criminal, and/or immigration.
• Extensive working knowledge of legal procedure, and law research.
• Experience with computer software.
• A solid grasp of research and preparing legal documents.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, self‑motivated, work well independently and on a team.
• Must have good written and verbal skills.
• Must have good critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Travel Requirements

Travel requirements for the position includes 40% local and 5% overnight.