Associate Attorney (Spanish-Speaking) | Powers Law Group

Houston Heights · Full-time · Hybrid

About the role

Powers Law Group is hiring a Spanish-speaking Associate Attorney who is passionate about client advocacy, especially in Immigration Court and on asylum cases. You’ll handle removal defense, asylum, family-based, and waiver matters, representing clients before the Immigration Courts and USCIS.

What you’ll do

Casework: Handle asylum cases primarily, plus removal defense and family-based petitions. Assess eligibility, prepare and file applications, and draft declarations, motions, briefs, and appeals.
Representation: Appear in Immigration Court and attend USCIS interviews (I-130, I-485, I-751, N-400, I-589, and others). Conduct client consultations as you gain experience.
Team leadership: Supervise, mentor, and train legal assistants, law clerks, and interns, and review their work before final attorney review.
Firm growth: Represent the firm at AILA events, liaison meetings, and community organizations. Write articles, speak at conferences, and help bring in new business.
Professional development: Stay current on immigration law and grow into a thought leader in the field.

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school
Texas Bar member in good standing (other state bars considered)
1–2 years of experience practicing immigration law
Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written)
Proficient in MS Office, Adobe, Google Workspace, and Dropbox
Valid Texas driver’s license, reliable transportation, and evidence of insurability
Work authorization
Bonus: Employment-based and family-based immigration experience

Compensation and benefits

Salary based on experience
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (after introductory period)
Paid time off
Hybrid work environment

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40–55 hours per week, with some weekend availability

How to apply

Email Contact@RubyPowersLaw.com with the subject line “Associate Attorney” and include your cover letter, resume, writing sample, three professional references (with email and phone), and salary requirement.

Powers Law Group, P.C.

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