Immigration Attorney – Removal Defense

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Immigration Attorney providing legal representation and advocacy for clients facing removal proceedings. Developing defense strategies and collaborating with legal teams to ensure client rights are protected.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $88,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in immigration law, particularly in removal defense strategies and litigation processes, while maintaining high ethical standards and exceptional client advocacy. Proficient in legal research, writing, and courtroom representation, with a strong ability to manage complex caseloads effectively.

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Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active Bar LicenseImmigration Litigation ExperienceCourtroom AdvocacyBilingual English and Spanish

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLegal WritingLitigation Strategy DevelopmentRemoval Defense ProceduresAsylum ApplicationsMotions to ReopenMotions to ReconsiderBIA AppealsEvidentiary HearingsCourtroom Representation

Soft Skills

Client AdvocacyOrganizational SkillsAnalytical ReasoningCommunication SkillsCompassionate Representation

Tools & Technologies

LitifyImmigration Case Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar License

Industry Keywords

EOIR Immigration CourtsUSCISICERemoval ProceedingsHumanitarian ReliefVAWAU VisasT VisasSIJSFederal Immigration Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop comprehensive legal defense strategies designed to protect clients from removal and maximize opportunities for immigration relief.
Represent clients in defensive immigration matters including but not limited to: Removal Proceedings, Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Merits Hearings, Bond Hearings, Asylum, Withholding of Removal, Convention Against Torture (CAT), Cancellation of Removal, Motions to Reopen, Motions to Reconsider, Appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), ICE Representation, Prosecutorial Discretion Requests, Deferred Action Requests, Humanitarian Relief, VAWA, U Visas, T Visas, SIJS.
Conduct comprehensive legal consultations and evaluate all available forms of immigration relief.
Represent clients before EOIR Immigration Courts and related government agencies.
Prepare clients for court appearances, testimony, witness examinations, and evidentiary hearings.
Advocate zealously on behalf of clients during contested immigration proceedings.
Maintain proactive communication regarding case strategy, court schedules, legal risks, and case progression.
Build trusting relationships with clients through compassionate representation and exceptional client service.
Maintain the highest standards of legal ethics, professionalism, confidentiality, and advocacy.
Prepare, review, and file motions, briefs, appeals, asylum applications, declarations, supporting evidence, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related filings.
Conduct extensive legal research regarding immigration statutes, regulations, federal court decisions, EOIR precedent decisions, and evolving agency guidance.
Develop customized litigation strategies tailored to each client's circumstances.
Prepare witnesses for testimony and coordinate supporting evidence.
Review case files for legal sufficiency and evidentiary completeness.
Maintain organized litigation files and accurate case documentation.
Monitor court deadlines, filing deadlines, hearing schedules, detention status, and government correspondence.
Collaborate closely with legal assistants, paralegals, case managers, and fellow attorneys throughout the litigation process.
Participate in continuing legal education and litigation strategy training.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active Bar License in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Ability to practice before EOIR Immigration Courts and USCIS.
Strong knowledge of removal defense procedures, immigration statutes, and federal immigration regulations.
Excellent courtroom advocacy, legal writing, legal research, and oral argument skills.
Strong analytical reasoning and litigation strategy development.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a complex litigation caseload.
Ability to work effectively under strict court deadlines.
Commitment to client advocacy, professionalism, and ethical legal practice.
Willingness to travel throughout Texas for Immigration Court proceedings, detention facilities, client meetings, and community events.
Two (2) or more years of immigration litigation experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience handling removal defense matters from initiation through final disposition preferred.
Experience representing clients before EOIR Immigration Courts preferred.
Experience conducting: Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Hearings, Bond Hearings, Asylum Hearings, Cancellation of Removal Proceedings, BIA Appeals, Motions to Reopen, Motions to Reconsider preferred.
Experience appearing before USCIS and ICE preferred.
Experience preparing complex litigation filings preferred.
Experience managing high-volume removal defense caseloads preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish strongly preferred.
Experience using Litify or comparable immigration case management software preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium (Employee Coverage)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Coverage
Mental Health Support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Dedicated Benefits Support Team
Enhanced Wellness Resources
Healthy Pregnancies Program
Cigna Healthy Rewards® – Discounts on fitness, nutrition, hearing, and vision services
RecoveryOne for Cigna – Personalized musculoskeletal programs with licensed physical therapists and health coaches at no additional cost
Omada Health Program – Support for Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease prevention and management
Foodsmart Nutrition Program – Access to personal nutrition experts
Amplifon Hearing Healthcare – Hearing-care savings and support
Gym membership discounts
Discounted HelloFresh subscription
401(k) with 3% Employer-Funded Contribution
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Coverage
Continuing Education Allowance
Professional Development Opportunities
Ongoing Immigration Law Training and Mentorship
Opportunities to develop advanced expertise in EOIR practice, appellate advocacy, detention matters, and complex humanitarian relief
Generous Paid Time Off
Firm-recognized holidays
Fully Paid New Parent Leave
Unlimited PTO beginning at the three-year anniversary