Immigration Attorney

R Christopher White & Associates PC•Dallas, TX

2d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Law Offices of Roderick C. White is launching an immigration practice in its Dallas office and seeks an Immigration Attorney to help build the department from the ground up. The attorney will have a voice in shaping case strategy, intake criteria, workflows, and the department’s standards, with direct access to firm leadership and support from existing intake, case management, marketing, and operations teams. As the practice grows, the attorney may contribute to future hiring and department structure. The role offers modern technology and case management systems and a culture focused on accountability, professionalism, and client advocacy. The attorney will advise clients on immigration options and strategy, prepare and file matters with relevant agencies, represent clients in proceedings, and communicate with clients throughout their cases. The position also includes establishing intake criteria, workflows, and best practices, while collaborating with support staff to ensure efficient case progression and a strong client experience. The full-time, in-person schedule is Monday through Friday at the Dallas, Texas office, with occasional after-hours intake.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
Comfort operating with a high degree of independence in a new, developing practice area.
Strong legal writing, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.
Exceptional organization and time management.
Immigration law experience is strongly preferred; litigation or related experience is considered.

Nice To Haves

Spanish fluency is highly preferred.
Immigration law experience; litigation or related experience is considered.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on immigration options and strategy, including family-based petitions, employment-based visas, naturalization, asylum, and removal or deportation defense.
Prepare and file petitions, applications, and supporting documentation with USCIS, EOIR, and other relevant agencies.
Represent clients in immigration court proceedings, hearings, and consular processing matters.
Conduct legal research and stay current on evolving immigration law and policy.
Maintain proactive, clear communication with clients throughout their cases.
Help establish intake criteria, case workflows, and best practices for the department as it grows.
Collaborate with support staff to ensure efficient case progression and an exceptional client experience.