Associate Attorney

Position Title: Associate Attorney – Removal Defense Location: Houston, TX (On-site or Hybrid) About the Firm A mission-driven immigration firm that believes every client deserves compassionate, high-quality representation.

With a strong virtual operations team (paralegals in Jamaica & Colombia) and a supportive, collaborative culture, the firm treats clients like people, not case numbers.

They currently handle a large volume of affirmative cases and are now bringing removal defense work fully in-house.

The Opportunity If you love the courtroom and advocating for clients, this role is for you.

The firm is seeking an experienced Removal Defense Attorney to lead EOIR litigation, manage an active docket, and help shape the growth of their removal defense practice.

What You’ll DoLead representation in immigration court (master & individual hearings)Prepare motions, briefs, evidence, and case strategyAdvise clients and conduct legal researchHandle appeals and motions to reopen/reconsider(Occasional) Attend USCIS interviews & support affirmative cases when neededCollaborate with remote paralegals and the managing attorney What You Bring5+ years’ removal defense/EOIR experience (required)Strong courtroom confidence and litigation resultsAbility to manage filings and a busy court docket independentlyActive U.S.

law license (TX preferred or willing to waive in)Bonus: Spanish speaking; experience working with remote teams Who Thrives HereAll-in, client-focused advocatesFlexible, innovative, forward-thinking attorneysTeam players who communicate well with remote support staff Why This FirmYou’ll be the lead on removal defense, not just another attorney in a hierarchyYour work will directly shape the firm’s litigation directionStrong support systems already in place, no drowning in adminReal potential to grow into senior or leadership roles