Entry Level Associate Attorney (Bilingual)

De Mott Curtright & Armendáriz LLP (DMCA) is seeking an Entry-Level Associate Attorney to support our growing Austin Texas office with a focus on family-based immigration and immigration litigation. We welcome applicants located in either Austin or San Antonio who are eager to learn grow and build a long-term career in immigration law. Regular travel between our Austin and San Antonio offices will be required.

Whether you are a recent law school graduate or newly licensed attorney this is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced immigration attorneys while developing the skills needed to successfully manage complex immigration matters. We are looking for someone who is curious motivated coachable and passionate about helping people.

At DMCA we understand that every great attorney starts somewhere. That is why we provide mentorship training and real-world experience from day one. You will have the opportunity to learn family-based immigration removal defense federal litigation legal strategy development client advocacy and courtroom preparation while working in a supportive team-oriented environment.

If you are looking for a place where your work matters your voice is valued and your career can thrive we would love to hear from you.

• Manage a diverse caseload of immigration matters from consultation through resolution.
• Develop legal strategies tailored to each clients unique circumstances.
• Handle removal defense federal immigration litigation and family-based immigration matters.
• Draft motions briefs responses to RFEs and NOIDs and other legal filings.
• Prepare clients for USCIS interviews immigration court hearings and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in immigration law.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys legal assistants and client relations professionals.
• Maintain organized case files and detailed case notes using firm case management systems.
• Provide clients with clear communication guidance and advocacy throughout their case.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong legal writing research analytical and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and case management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Immigration law experience strongly preferred particularly in family-based immigration and removal defense.

Every case represents a person a family or a future. Your work will make a tangible difference in the lives of the clients we serve.

We invest in our attorneys through mentorship training and opportunities to take on meaningful responsibility early in their careers.

Youll work alongside experienced attorneys and legal professionals who genuinely support one another and are committed to achieving exceptional outcomes for clients.

Join an established and growing firm with a strong reputation and a commitment to excellence across Texas.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance
• Optional dental and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with 100% employer matching contributions
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Ongoing mentorship training and professional development opportunities

At DMCA we believe great immigration attorneys combine legal excellence with genuine compassion. If youre ready to build a rewarding career while helping clients achieve life-changing outcomes we encourage you to apply.

Required Experience:

Junior IC