Immigration Attorney

Confidential • Full-time • Austin, Texas, United States • $90k - $118k / year • 3m ago

Associate Attorney (Litigation-Focused) – Immigration Law

We are seeking an attorney who wants to become a confident litigator, do meaningful work, and grow within a firm that invests heavily in its staff. If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters, where you will be challenged to grow, and where your effort directly impacts people’s lives, this may be the right opportunity.

About This Role- Why is it Different?

You will gain real, hands-on litigation experience early:

Appear often in EOIR (San Antonio Immigration Court) and occasionally nationwide
Attend USCIS interviews in San Antonio
Attend Houston asylum interviews

Practice Areas

Asylum
T-Visas
I-130 Petitions
Consular Processing

Who You Are

You are someone who:

Is not afraid of litigation
Is comfortable interacting professionally with judges, clerks, DHS, opposing counsel, and clients
Is detail-oriented, organized, and accountable
Takes full ownership of your cases from start to finish
Communicates clearly and follows through consistently
Genuinely cares about clients beyond the minimum required work

You likely have a mindset that is:

Thoughtful and intuitive with people
Purpose-driven and service-oriented
Humble, grounded, and professional
Motivated by meaningful work

You are also comfortable being pushed outside your comfort zone and understand that growth in litigation comes with challenge and accountability.

This is a fully in-office position for someone who values teamwork, professional growth, and being part of a collaborative, high-functioning environment.

*If you prefer remote work/highly independent environment, this will not be the right fit.*

Experience

Experience is not required. The most important qualities are:

Willingness to learn
Comfort with being in the courtroom
Strong ownership mindset and accountability for the work you do

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Within your first several months, you will:

Confidently handle court appearances and interviews
Create systems to maintain your caseload (ie. no overdue tasks, constant client communication, statute of limitation tasks, etc.)
Building strong relationships with clients, community, and court personnel

You will be responsible for:

Managing tasks and deadlines
Keeping all tasks current and never overdue
Preparing thoroughly for hearings and interviews
Completing post-hearing responsibilities:
Admin work: Notes and case updates, Calendar entries and deadlines, Client follow-up and next steps, Tracking statutes of limitations

We value staff who take full ownership of their cases, including the administrative details ensuring accuracy and completion of the cases.

Firm Culture

We are a team-oriented. Collaboration matters here.

We work closely together throughout the day
We support each other professionally and personally
We maintain a positive, respectful, and accountable environment
We enjoy team activities and building strong working relationships

This role is best suited for someone who is coachable, grounded, and values growth over ego. We are selective in our hiring process and looking for the right long-term fit.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: Monday – Friday
Occasional Saturdays: Approximately every 4–6 weeks
Salary: $92,000 – $124,000 (depending on experience)

Benefits:

75% employer-paid health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
401(k)

How to Apply

Please include a brief statement explaining why litigation interests you and what draws you to this type of work. Applicants without a cover letter will not be considered.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $118,000.00 per year

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