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 Do

• Lead representation in immigration court (master & individual hearings)
• Prepare motions, briefs, evidence, and case strategy
• Advise clients and conduct legal research
• Handle appeals and motions to reopen/reconsider
• (Occasional) Attend USCIS interviews & support affirmative cases when needed
• Collaborate with remote paralegals and the managing attorney

What You Bring

• 5 years’ removal defense/EOIR experience (required)
• Strong courtroom confidence and litigation results
• Ability to manage filings and a busy court docket independently
• Active U.S. law license (TX preferred or willing to waive in)
• Bonus: Spanish speaking; experience working with remote teams

Who Thrives Here

• All-in, client-focused advocates
• Flexible, innovative, forward-thinking attorneys
• Team players who communicate well with remote support staff

Why This Firm

• You’ll be the lead on removal defense, not just another attorney in a hierarchy
• Your work will directly shape the firm’s litigation direction
• Strong support systems already in place, no drowning in admin
• Real potential to grow into senior or leadership roles