Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Missouri City, TX. The role demands initiative, diligence, and meticulous attention to detail. The Associate Attorney will primarily focus on case review, ensuring the quality of work before it reaches the founding attorney. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize information effectively.

Duties

• Review consultation notes and confirm case legal strategy.
• Conduct detailed final case reviews of client petitions.
• Communicate with the legal team to resolve legal questions.
• Attend USCIS interviews and represent clients in removal proceedings nationwide.
• Prepare legal documents, including briefs, motions, pleadings, and appeals.
• Stay updated on immigration laws, policies, and procedures.
• Meet with clients to address questions and concerns.
• Analyze information for emergency motions.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• 2-3 years of immigration law experience preferred.
• Experience with family-based petitions, removal defense, asylum, and/or naturalization cases.
• Experience working with diverse populations, particularly immigrants.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. immigration laws and court procedures.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with immigration case management software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Collaborative team player.
• Willingness to travel for court hearings and interviews.
• Commitment to client-centered advocacy and professional excellence.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Familiarity with immigration case management software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Collaborative team player.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306