Immigration Attorney - EOIR

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Catered lunches

Complimentary parking

Paid time off

Job summary

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC is seeking an EOIR Associate Attorney to join their legal team in Austin, Texas. This hybrid position offers a unique opportunity for growth within a premier law firm. Responsibilities include representing clients in immigration proceedings, managing a caseload, and collaborating with the immigration team. No experience is required as comprehensive training will be provided. The compensation package includes a salary range of $80k-120k USD, along with medical, dental, vision insurance, and various perks.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; comprehensive training provided.
• Record of moving legal cases forward.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions and USCIS applications.

Responsibilities

• Represent individuals in removal proceedings in Immigration Court.
• Prepare defensive immigration applications.
• Manage a team of paralegals to meet customer service expectations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Ability to manage a caseload

Team player

Tools

Case Management Software

Job description

At The United Firm, we're passionate about protecting our clients’ rights, and it shows in our results. We have a history of success built on lasting relationships that produce results with outstanding value for our clients. We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising EOIR Associate Attorney position within a premier law firm with a lot of room for growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Austin Area.

As an EOIR Attorney, you will report to the Managing Attorney, manage your caseload, handle client interaction, and collaborate with our wonderful Immigration team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Hybrid position requiring in-person court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings in the Immigration Court, USCIS, and Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Prepare defensive immigration applications, including I-589, 42A, 42B, I-485, SIJS, and PD requests.
• Review immigration applications and USCIS filings, such as I-130, I-601A, and U-Visa.
• Meet with clients to determine necessary strategy and provide analysis.
• Manage team of paralegals to meet customer service expectations.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for a variety of immigration cases.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; comprehensive training provided.
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with fellow associates.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.
• Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber.
• Record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with Case Management Software preferred.

Pay Range: $80k-120k USD DOE

Here at The United Firm, we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package including a 401(k) plan. Some perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more. Come be a part of our growing firm and its opportunities for career development. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals with a focus on excellence in the legal industry.

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