Immigration Attorney / Attorney

State Bar of Texas; Texas; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

House Worker Center in Texas seeks an experienced Immigration Attorney to join our internal legal team. Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR, attend hearings, prepare filings, and provide guidance in affirmative and defensive immigration matters.

Collaborate with paralegals and staff to manage cases while upholding ethical standards. The position offers a full-time hybrid schedule, competitive salary based on experience, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.
• Active license to practice law in the United States in good standing is required.
• Minimum 2 years of immigration law experience preferred.
• Experience representing clients before USCIS and EOIR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR (Immigration Court).
• Attend immigration court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Prepare, review, and sign immigration applications, petitions, motions, and supporting documents.
• Handle or assist with federal court immigration matters as qualified.
• Provide legal guidance in affirmative and defensive immigration cases.
• Collaborate with paralegals and administrative staff for case management.
• Maintain compliance with legal, ethical, and professional standards.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

House Worker Center is a nonprofit community organization seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join our internal legal team in Texas. We are committed to providing high-quality legal representation, advocacy, and support to immigrant individuals and families.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Represent clients before USCIS and EOIR (Immigration Court).
• Attend immigration court hearings and other assigned legal proceedings.
• Prepare, review, and sign immigration applications, petitions, motions, and supporting documentation.
• Handle or assist with federal court immigration matters, depending on qualifications and applicable admission requirements.
• Provide legal guidance and representation in affirmative and defensive immigration cases.
• Collaborate with paralegals and administrative staff to ensure effective case management.
• Maintain compliance with applicable legal, ethical, and professional standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Eligibility for annual performance-based salary increases, subject to performance evaluations.
• 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Professional and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Meaningful work serving immigrant communities.
  Position Type: Full-Time, hybrid

This position is intended for an attorney seeking employment as part of House Worker Center's internal legal team rather than an independent consulting arrangement.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the United States, in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of immigration law experience preferred.
• Experience representing clients before USCIS and EOIR.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with legal and administrative staff.
• Availability to work full-time, in person in Texas.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Texas bar admission.
• Experience practicing immigration law in Texas.
• Federal court litigation experience, including immigration-related matters.
• Experience in employment or labor law.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM-7:00 PM.

Applicants should provide a resume, proof of active bar admission, and a brief summary of their immigration law experience.