Description:
Overview:The Contract Immigration Attorney will provide direct immigration legal services to low-income and underserved clients, support legal clinics, and collaborate with DOJ-accredited representatives and partner organizations. The attorney will handle a range of humanitarian and family-based immigration matters and help ensure compliance with EOIR Recognition & Accreditation program standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in flexible, community-based practice and building a growing legal services program in Houston serving African diaspora and broader immigrant communities.
Duties:
- Provide legal consultations, screenings, and full-scope representation in immigration matters
- Handle family-based petitions, adjustment of status, and naturalization applications
- Support asylum, humanitarian relief, TPS, DACA, and related immigration filings
- Provide removal defense services where contracted and qualified
- Prepare and review applications, affidavits, and legal filings
- Represent clients before USCIS and, where applicable, EOIR immigration courts
- Conduct case strategy meetings and maintain accurate case files and documentation
- Provide legal supervision or mentorship to DOJ-accredited representatives and legal staff
- Support legal clinics, Know-Your-Rights workshops, and community outreach efforts
- Ensure compliance with EOIR program requirements, state bar rules, and ethical standards
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in good standing
- Minimum 2–5 years of immigration law experience
- Demonstrated experience with USCIS filings and client representation
- Experience working with nonprofit or low-income clients preferred
- Strong cultural competency and commitment to immigrant communities
- Ability to work independently in a contract role
Work Structure
- Flexible contract arrangement (hourly, retainer, or per-case)
- Hybrid: with periodic in-person clinics in Houston
- Evening or weekend clinics may be required occasionally
How to Apply:
Please submit:
- Resume or CV
- Cover letter
- Bar membership information
Work Location: In person, Houston Texas
