About the job Family-Based Immigration Attorney
Organization: Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law PLLC
Reports To: Managing Attorney
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Texas
Job Summary- The Family-Based Immigration Attorney is responsible for representing clients in family-based immigration matters while providing strategic legal guidance, compassionate client advocacy, and exceptional legal representation throughout every stage of the immigration process.
- This position focuses primarily on family-based immigration matters, including immigrant and nonimmigrant family petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, waivers, naturalization, and related humanitarian relief. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of family-based immigration law while demonstrating exceptional client communication, legal analysis, and case strategy development.
- Attorneys in this role will collaborate closely with legal assistants, paralegals, case managers, and fellow attorneys to deliver efficient, high-quality legal services while maintaining the firm's commitment to exceptional client experiences.
- This position requires regular travel throughout the State of Texas to attend USCIS interviews, client meetings, community outreach events, and other legal proceedings as necessary.
Essential Responsibilities and DutiesClient Advocacy & Representation
- Develop comprehensive legal strategies designed to reunite families and achieve favorable immigration outcomes.
- Represent clients in a broad range of family-based immigration matters, including but not limited to:
- Immediate Relative Petitions (I-130)
- Family Preference Petitions
- Adjustment of Status (I-485)
- Consular Processing
- K-1 Fiancé Visas
- Marriage-Based Immigration
- Conditional Residence Removal (I-751)
- Waivers (I-601 & I-601A)
- Naturalization & Citizenship
- Humanitarian Family-Based Relief
- Derivative Beneficiary Petitions
- Advance Parole
- Employment Authorization Applications
- Conduct detailed legal consultations to determine immigration eligibility and identify the most effective legal pathway for each client.
- Educate clients regarding immigration processes, expected timelines, legal risks, documentary requirements, and available immigration options.
- Prepare clients for USCIS interviews, biometrics appointments, Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and additional agency proceedings.
- Provide ongoing legal counsel throughout the lifecycle of every case while maintaining proactive communication regarding case progress and next steps.
- Build trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, professionalism, cultural awareness, and exceptional client service.
- Maintain the highest standards of legal ethics, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.
Case Preparation & Management- Prepare, review, and submit immigration petitions, applications, declarations, legal memoranda, motions, waivers, and supporting evidence packages with exceptional attention to detail.
- Develop customized case strategies that maximize approval potential while minimizing legal risk.
- Conduct legal research regarding current USCIS policies, federal regulations, statutory changes, agency guidance, and applicable case law.
- Collaborate closely with legal assistants, case managers, document specialists, and paralegals to ensure timely progression of client matters.
- Review supporting documentation to ensure completeness, legal sufficiency, and compliance with USCIS filing requirements.
- Monitor case deadlines, Requests for Evidence, Notices of Intent to Deny, interview scheduling, biometrics appointments, and filing deadlines.
- Maintain complete, organized, and accurate case records within the firm's case management system.
- Ensure compliance with all federal regulations, ethical obligations, firm policies, and quality assurance standards.
- Participate in continuing legal education, internal attorney trainings, and professional development initiatives to expand immigration law expertise.
Team Collaboration & Leadership- Partner with attorneys and legal support staff to deliver consistent, high-quality client representation.
- Participate in collaborative legal strategy discussions and complex case reviews.
- Mentor legal assistants, case managers, and newer attorneys regarding family-based immigration procedures when appropriate.
- Share legal knowledge and best practices to improve departmental performance and client outcomes.
- Support firm-wide initiatives that promote operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and client-focused work environment aligned with the firm's mission, values, and culture.
Required Qualifications- 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 immigration law before United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Strong understanding of family-based immigration laws, regulations, and USCIS procedures.
- Excellent legal writing, legal research, analytical reasoning, and advocacy skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and client counseling abilities.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment.
- Ability to build trust with clients experiencing emotionally complex family immigration matters.
- Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical legal practice.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel throughout the State of Texas as required to attend USCIS interviews, client meetings, community outreach events, and other firm-related activities.
Preferred Qualifications- Two (2) or more years of immigration law experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing family-based immigration matters from consultation through final disposition.
- Experience preparing and filing:
- I-130 Family Petitions
Adjustment of Status Applications (I-485)
Consular Processing
K-1 Fiancé Visa Petitions
Removal of Conditions (I-751)
Naturalization Applications (N-400)
Affidavits of Support (I-864)
Advance Parole Applications
Employment Authorization Applications
I-601 and I-601A Waivers
Experience representing clients during USCIS interviews. - Experience responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and other agency correspondence.
- Experience managing high-volume immigration caseloads while maintaining exceptional client service.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
- Experience utilizing immigration case management systems such as Litify, INSZoom, Docketwise, or similar platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to manage emotionally sensitive client matters with empathy, professionalism, and sound legal judgment.
Core Competencies- Client Advocacy: Build trust through compassionate legal representation while always acting in the client's best interest.
- Legal Analysis: Interpret complex immigration statutes, regulations, policy guidance, and case law to develop strategic legal solutions.
- Communication: Clearly explain immigration law, legal strategy, timelines, risks, and expectations in language clients can understand.
- Organization: Maintain exceptional case organization while successfully managing multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
- Collaboration: Work effectively with attorneys, legal assistants, paralegals, case managers, and administrative teams to deliver seamless client service.
- Professional Judgment: Exercise sound legal judgment while maintaining the highest ethical standards and protecting client confidentiality.
- Continuous Learning: Remain current on immigration law developments while continuously expanding expertise across additional practice areas.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Legal Document Accuracy: Maintain 98% or greater accuracy on all petitions, applications, supporting documentation, and legal filings.
- USCIS Interview Preparedness: Ensure 100% of clients are fully prepared at least 48 hours before scheduled USCIS interviews or appointments.
- Client Communication Responsiveness: Respond to 100% of client communications within one business day whenever reasonably possible.
- Client Satisfaction: Maintain an average client satisfaction rating of 90% or higher based upon client surveys and feedback.
- Case Progression: Maintain 95% or greater on-time completion of all assigned case milestones and filing deadlines.
- Case Quality: Minimize Requests for Evidence resulting from attorney-prepared filings through thorough legal review and quality assurance.
- Team Collaboration: Complete 95% or greater of assigned collaborative legal tasks within established departmental timelines.
- Professional Development: Complete all required continuing legal education requirements while actively participating in firm-sponsored attorney development initiatives.
Work Environment & Schedule- Full-Time, Exempt Position.
- This position generally follows standard business hours while maintaining the professional flexibility necessary to meet client needs, filing deadlines, USCIS scheduling requirements, and firm initiatives.
- This position is based in Texas.
- Regular travel throughout the State of Texas is expected for USCIS interviews, client meetings, community events, legal clinics, and firm-sponsored activities.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required based upon business needs.
- Fast-paced, collaborative, mission-driven legal environment focused on delivering exceptional client outcomes.
Salary & BenefitsSalary Range: $88,000 - $160,000
This requisition may be filled at one of several Attorney career levels (Attorney I-V), depending upon the selected candidate's education, licensure, post-bar experience, demonstrated legal expertise, leadership capabilities, and overall qualifications.
Placement within the applicable salary band is determined in accordance with the Firm's Attorney Staffing & Advancement Policy. Salary progression is based upon sustained performance, competency development, organizational contribution, client outcomes, and business needs.
BenefitsAlonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial security, professional development, and work-life balance.
Health & Wellness- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium (Employee Coverage)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dedicated Benefits Support Team
- Healthy Pregnancies Program
- Cigna Healthy Rewards®
- RecoveryOne for Cigna®
- Omada Health Program
- Foodsmart Nutrition Program
- Gym Membership Discounts
- Discounted HelloFresh Subscription
Financial Security- 401(k) with Employer Contribution
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
Professional Growth- Continuing Legal Education Allowance
- Texas State Bar Approved CLE Opportunities
- Professional Development Programs
- Immigration Law Training
- Attorney Mentorship
- Leadership Development Opportunities
Time Off & Leave- Generous Paid Time Off
- Firm-Recognized Holidays
- Fully Paid New Parent Leave
- Unlimited PTO beginning upon eligibility under firm policy
Physical DemandsThe team member is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, and utilize computers and office equipment throughout the workday. Occasional lifting of files, records, or office materials up to 10 pounds may be required.
