Immigration Attorney - EOIR

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Catered lunches

Complimentary parking

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an admitted attorney for the EOIR Associate Attorney position in Houston, TX. This role is an excellent opportunity for lawyers interested in growing their careers within an established law firm. The attorney will manage caseloads, represent clients at court, and work with a team of immigration experts.

Responsibilities include preparing legal briefs, managing paralegals, and engaging with clients. The firm provides extensive training and seeks energetic team players. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and catered lunches.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive training provided for all new attorneys.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions and USCIS applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in immigration proceedings.
• Prepare various immigration application forms.
• Collaborate with a team of immigration professionals.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

Case Management Software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an admitted attorney for an EOIR Associate Attorney position in Houston, TX. This role offers a promising opportunity for career growth within an established firm. The attorney will manage their caseload, engage with clients, and collaborate with a team of immigration professionals. This hybrid position requires in-person court appearances.

Duties

• Represent non-detained and detained individuals in removal proceedings at 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 strategy and provide analysis.
• Manage a team of paralegals to meet customer service expectations.
• Prepare and submit legal briefs for various immigration cases.

Requirements

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

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

Admitted to practice law in the United States.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Catered lunches and complimentary parking.
• Paid time off.