Staff Attorney-RCIS (28797)

RAICES; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in Texas seeks a Staff Attorney to provide representation in immigration matters. The role entails managing a caseload, conducting client screenings, and supervising staff while aligning with the organization's mission of empowerment and compassion. Ideal candidates are bilingual, possess a Juris Doctor, and have a commitment to pro bono work.

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be provided

Qualifications

• Current good standing bar membership in the U.S.
• Barred in Texas preferred; may be required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct representation in immigration matters before courts and agencies.
• Conducts immigration screenings and explains rights and options to clients.
• Supervises legal assistant staff.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Staff attorneys will be responsible for zealously representing individuals pursuing benefits or seeking relief under the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Staff Attorney works as a team with Legal Assistants and other staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct representation to a large caseload of individuals and/or families in immigration matters before courts, agencies, and in interviews, including EOIR, BIA, ICE, USCIS, and others.
• Conducts immigration screenings, explains rights, options, benefits, and risks to clients.
• Coordinates with other departments for client services.
• Ensures accurate case data entry and contributes to grant reporting.
• Supervises legal assistant staff and represents RAICES in community and media engagements.
• Provides pro se assistance to prospective clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current good standing bar membership in the U.S.
• Barred in Texas preferred; may be required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Able to pass a Federal Background Check.

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in Immigration, Family, or Criminal Law.
• Law school experience considered.
• Experience in immigration and/or criminal law preferred.
• Bar membership in good standing; Texas barred preferred but not required.

Attributes

• Align with RAICES’ mission and values—Empowerment, Excellence, Compassion, Inclusion, Proactivity.
• Cross-cultural communication skills and patience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Candidates awaiting bar exam results may be considered contingent upon passing within 12 months.

Hybrid Workplan

Employees must reside in Texas and be able to commute to the office. All interviews are virtual. Remote and in-office work required. Relocation assistance may be provided.

RAICES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.