Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers · 3 months ago
Immigration Attorney
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expArchdiocese of San Antonio Careers is dedicated to providing selfless service to the community through Catholic Charities. The Immigration Attorney will provide legal representation and services in immigration matters, including court appearances and client consultations, while also engaging in community advocacy.
Religious Institutions
Responsibilities
Must ensure the completion of all required professional development assignments in a timely manner for their direct reports
Must complete all required professional development assigned in a timely manner
Must be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics
Will provide legal consultations and representation in immigration litigation matters
Will assess and determine if Caritas Legal Service is able to provide representation
Appear in court and represent clients for hearings, motions, or trial in immigration court
Update legal database with all case management notes and documentation
Prepare necessary pleadings, discovery and legal documents
Participate in Department sponsored functions
Complete reports to monitor funding and services provided
Maintain contact with clients on a regular basis
Assist with client representation with any client being serviced by the program when necessary as pertaining to area of immigration law
Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral is mandatory
Every employee is required to take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization
Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director
Qualification
Required
Texas or Federal License Attorney
Minimum of one years' experience in immigration law with at least two years of experience in practicing law and/or experience working in a law office
Reliable transportation
Must be at least 21 years old
Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Have valid vehicle liability insurance
Minimum of two years' experience in law setting including civil, family, criminal, and/or immigration
Extensive working knowledge of legal procedure, and law research
Experience with computer software
A solid grasp of research and preparing legal documents
Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team
Must have good written and verbal skills
Must have good critical thinking and problem solving skills
Preferred
Bilingual in English/Spanish
Company
Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers
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1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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