Associate Attorney

Description

Saenz-Garcia Law, PLLC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our growing immigration practice. This role is designed for both entry-level attorneys (Associate Attorney I) and more experienced practitioners (Associate Attorney II), offering structured training, mentorship, and progressive responsibility.

The Associate Attorney will provide high-quality legal representation in both affirmative (USCIS) and defensive (EOIR) immigration matters. This position involves managing a dedicated caseload, developing strong litigation and advocacy skills, and gradually transitioning to the independent handling of complex cases under the supervision of a Senior Attorney and/or Managing Attorney.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation and advocacy for clients before USCIS and EOIR.
• Manage a caseload of affirmative and defensive immigration matters, ranging from routine to complex cases.
• Develop and implement legal strategies tailored to each client’s immigration situation.
• Prepare, draft, and file immigration petitions, applications, and motions, including but not limited to asylum, cancellation of removal, waivers, and adjustment of status.
• Appear as lead counsel at court and agency proceedings, including Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Hearings, bond hearings, and USCIS interviews, with increasing independence.
• Draft legal arguments, affidavits, motions, and responses to RFEs and NOIDs.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategy and litigation decisions.
• Stay current on changes in immigration law, USCIS policies, EOIR procedures, and relevant case law.
• Collaborate closely with Senior and Managing Attorneys on complex or high-stakes matters.
• Mentor and guide paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and procedural requirements (required for Associate Attorney II).
   

Requirements

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in immigration law, including USCIS and/or EOIR proceedings.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a legal team.
• Spanish fluency preferred (oral and written), but not required.
• Prior experience mentoring support staff is a plus (required for Associate Attorney II).
   

We Offer:

• Medical (Firm covers 100% of employee-only premiums)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with 4% match
• Group Life Insurance
• Vol Life Insurance up to 500K
• Vol STD
• Group LTD
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Telemedicine (for all employees and dependents)
• Mental Heath assistance (all employees and dependents)
• 3 weeks accrued PTO
• $75 monthly health/wellness reimbursement (for gym, chiropractor, massage therapy, etc. up to employee)
• Assistance/reimbursement of CLE/Bar dues and fees