Entry Level Associate Attorney (Bilingual)

DMCA•Austin, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP (DMCA) is seeking an Entry-Level Associate Attorney to support our growing Austin, Texas office, with a focus on family-based immigration and immigration litigation. We welcome applicants located in either Austin or San Antonio who are eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in immigration law. Regular travel between our Austin and San Antonio offices will be required. Whether you are a recent law school graduate or newly licensed attorney, this is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced immigration attorneys while developing the skills needed to successfully manage complex immigration matters. We are looking for someone who is curious, motivated, coachable, and passionate about helping people. At DMCA, we understand that every great attorney starts somewhere. That is why we provide mentorship, training, and real-world experience from day one. You will have the opportunity to learn family-based immigration, removal defense, federal litigation, legal strategy development, client advocacy, and courtroom preparation while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment. If you are looking for a place where your work matters, your voice is valued, and your career can thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active bar license in any U.S. jurisdiction.
Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred.
Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
Excellent organizational and case management abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Immigration law experience strongly preferred, particularly in family-based immigration and removal defense.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse caseload of immigration matters from consultation through resolution.
Develop legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Handle removal defense, federal immigration litigation and family-based immigration matters.
Draft motions, briefs, responses to RFEs and NOIDs, and other legal filings.
Prepare clients for USCIS interviews, immigration court hearings, and other proceedings.
Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in immigration law.
Collaborate closely with attorneys, legal assistants, and client relations professionals.
Maintain organized case files and detailed case notes using firm case management systems.
Provide clients with clear communication, guidance, and advocacy throughout their case.