Removal Defense Immigration Attorney

Alonso & Alonso•San Antonio, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law PLLC is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join their team. This full-time, exempt position is based in Texas and focuses on removal defense. The firm is dedicated to providing skilled legal representation and advocating for individuals facing the U.S. immigration system. They emphasize a client-centered approach, integrity, excellence, innovation, and delivering meaningful results. Attorneys at the firm benefit from professional development, collaborative support, and opportunities to expand their expertise.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) or more years of immigration litigation experience.
Demonstrated experience handling removal defense matters from initiation through final disposition.
Experience representing clients before EOIR Immigration Courts.
Experience conducting Master Calendar Hearings, Individual Hearings, Bond Hearings, Asylum Hearings, Cancellation of Removal Proceedings, BIA Appeals, Motions to Reopen, and Motions to Reconsider.
Experience appearing before USCIS and ICE.
Experience preparing complex litigation filings.
Experience managing high-volume removal defense caseloads.
Bilingual English and Spanish strongly preferred.
Experience using Litify or comparable immigration case management software.
Demonstrated ability to manage emotionally sensitive and high-risk legal matters with professionalism and empathy.

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive legal defense strategies to protect clients from removal and maximize opportunities for immigration relief.
Represent clients in defensive immigration matters including 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, and 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.
Collaborate with attorneys on complex litigation strategy and removal defense matters.
Participate in legal case reviews and trial preparation meetings.
Mentor legal support staff regarding removal defense procedures and court preparation.
Assist junior attorneys in developing courtroom advocacy skills.
Share legal knowledge and best practices across the litigation team.
Support firm-wide initiatives focused on legal excellence, innovation, and client advocacy.
Foster a collaborative, respectful, and high-performing legal environment aligned with the firm's mission and values.

Benefits

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®
RecoveryOne for Cigna
Omada Health Program
Foodsmart Nutrition Program
Amplifon Hearing Healthcare
Gym membership discounts
Discounted HelloFresh subscription
401(k) with 3% Employer-Funded Contribution
Continuing Education Allowance
Opportunities to participate in and potentially lead in-house Texas State Bar-approved Continuing Legal Education programs
Professional Development Opportunities
Ongoing Immigration Law Training and Mentorship
Removal Defense and Immigration Litigation Training
Generous Paid Time Off
Firm-recognized holidays
Fully Paid New Parent Leave
Unlimited PTO beginning at the three-year anniversary