Spanish-speaking Immigration Court Attorney

Company: Powers Law Group

Powers Law Group, a leading immigration law firm, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Spanish-speaking Immigration Court Attorney to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be a member of the Texas Bar, fluent in both English and Spanish, and possess 1-2 years of experience in immigration law.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal counsel to clients seeking assistance in areas such as deportation and removal, asylum, family-based petitions, and employment-based petitions.
• Build and strengthen our litigation department, handling Removal Defense, Appeals, Federal litigation, Mandamus, and Administrative Procedure Act lawsuits.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and produce high-quality motions, briefs, appeals, and declarations.
• Facilitate legal consultations, ensuring clients are informed and supported throughout the process.
• Stay updated with immigration law developments, continuously enhancing your knowledge and becoming a thought leader in the field.
• Supervise legal assistants, law clerks, and interns, ensuring their work aligns with firm standards.
• Attend interviews (I-130, I-485, I-751, N-400, and I-589, etc.), representing clients professionally and ethically.
• Engage in administrative and management duties related to the practice of law.
• Participate in AILA events, advocacy activities, and community goodwill initiatives representing the firm.
• Contribute to the firm’s visibility and expertise by writing articles and speaking at immigration-related conferences.
• Assist in firm management and contribute to business development efforts.

Requirements:

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Texas Bar membership and good standing; memberships to other state bars will be considered.
• 1-2 years of experience as an immigration practicing attorney.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong fluency in both written and spoken English and Spanish.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• Employment-based immigration experience is a plus.

Salary:

Competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

How to Apply:

To be considered for this opportunity, please email your cover letter, resume, 3 professional references, a writing sample, and salary history/requirements to [[email protected]] with the subject line “Immigration Court Attorney.”

Job Type:

Full-time, Contract

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability when required

Language:

Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

Bar (Required)

Work Location:

1311 Enid St. Houston, TX 77009

At Powers Law Group, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended in the future as per the firm’s requirements.