Immigration Associate Attorney at Law Offices of Hector J. Lopez, PLLC Houston, TX

Immigration Associate Attorney job at Law Offices of Hector J. Lopez, PLLC. Houston, TX.

IMMIGRATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Job Description Galleria area immigration law firm seeks a BILINGUAL (Spanish) IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY for its Removal Defense Practice Group. Represent clients in Removal Proceedings. Prepare clients and attend interviews at USCIS. Prepare Asylum applications, both affirmative and defensive. Prepare and file immigration petitions, motions, legal briefs. Perform legal research as needed. Required Skills & Knowledge MUST BE ADMITTED IN TEXAS OR ANY U.S. STATE. MUST SPEAK FLUENT SPANISH. The ideal candidate must be able to manage complex tasks efficiently; prioritize workload in an extremely time-sensitive field of law; meet strict deadlines; be highly detail-oriented and have the ability to edit carefully; provide outstanding client service; flexible and adaptable to fast-paced setting; organized; self-motivated with strong initiative; possess a positive attitude and a professional demeanor. Must be able to supervise legal support staff. Proficiency with Word, Excel and Google calendar. Proficiency with Cerenade (preferred). Must have excellent written communication skills. 2 years of Removal Defense Litigation Experience desired but will consider less experience Benefits Paid Vacations Paid Holidays Paid Sick days and PTO Health Insurance Dental Vision Retirement with Employer Contribution Paid State Bar Dues Paid AILA Membership Paid AILA Annual Conference Covered Parking Mileage Reimbursement Professional Development Assistance Great Work environment 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Job Type Full-time Pay $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Schedule 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Experience Removal Litigation: 2 years Language Spanish (Required) License/Certification Active US BAR LICENSE (Required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr Downtown Boulder Partnership