Associate Attorney

The Law Office of Oscar Mendoza • Full-time • Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, United States • $75k - $125k / year • 8h ago

Temporary Immigration Attorney (Potential for Permanent Position)

The Law Office of Oscar Mendoza, PLLC is seeking a motivated and experienced Immigration Attorney to join our team on a full-time temporary basis for approximately 2–3 months. This position has the potential to become permanent depending on the needs of the firm and overall fit.

About the Position

We are a growing immigration law firm focused primarily on removal defense and humanitarian-based immigration matters. We are seeking an attorney who can assist with our active removal defense caseload and provide immediate support with upcoming immigration court deadlines and hearings.

Primary Responsibilities

Appear at individual hearings before the Immigration Court
Prepare clients for individual hearings
Complete cross-service requirements and filing deadlines
Review and organize hearing evidence and exhibits
Draft motions and supporting filings as needed
Coordinate with firm staff regarding case preparation and hearing strategy
Maintain accurate case notes and updates

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
Immigration law experience preferred
Strong legal writing, advocacy, and client communication skills
Ability to manage deadlines and court appearances effectively
Spanish language skills are a plus but not required

Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience handling removal defense matters and appearing before the Immigration Courts. However, attorneys with some immigration law experience who are eager to learn and develop their litigation skills are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

Annual salary of $75,000 to $125,000, depending on experience. If the position becomes permanent, other benefits will be available, such as medical insurance, annual legal dues.

Schedule

Full-time, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Temporary position (approximately 2–3 months)
Potential for long-term or permanent employment based on firm needs and performance

Location

Our principal office is located in Addison, Texas

Why Join Our Team?

This position offers an opportunity to gain substantial hands-on experience in immigration court practice, including individual hearings, case strategy, and removal defense litigation. The selected attorney will work closely with experienced immigration practitioners and will have the opportunity to grow with the firm as our practice continues to expand.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief summary of their immigration law experience. Please include information regarding your experience with removal defense, individual hearings, immigration court practice, and any languages spoken.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

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