Entry-Level Associate Attorney (Immigration Law)
About The Position
De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz, LLP (DMCA) is seeking an Entry-Level Associate Attorney who is eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in immigration law. This is an opportunity for recent law school graduates or newly licensed attorneys to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced immigration attorneys while developing the skills needed to successfully manage complex immigration matters. DMCA provides mentorship, training, and real-world experience from day one, with opportunities to learn family-based immigration, removal defense, federal litigation, legal strategy development, client advocacy, and courtroom preparation in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar license in any U.S. jurisdiction.
- 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
- Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred.
- 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.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance
- Optional dental and vision coverage
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with 100% employer matching contributions
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Ongoing mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
