BCG Attorney Search
Associate Attorney needed for Houston office
BCG Attorney Search, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Associate Attorney needed for Houston office
Company nameBCG Attorney SearchExperience1-5 yrs requiredLocationHouston, TX, United StatesPosted onJul 18, 2024ProfileJob Overview: A law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an Associate Attorney to lead and manage a team responsible for preparing and submitting responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and other case-related inquiries from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience, leadership abilities, and a background in immigration law.Duties:Train a team of writers in written advocacy, research, and other litigation skills to prepare early drafts for further review and refinement.Oversee a team of support specialists tasked with assisting clients in providing additional evidence in support of responses to case-dispositive inquiries.Manage the RFE response team to meet all deadlines and continuously improve response quality.Implement and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure the team effectively manages high volumes of work.Track and analyze trends in RFEs to improve response and application processes.Analyze communications from USCIS, including RFEs, NOIDs, and application denials.Evaluate application materials and identify additional evidence to provide to USCIS.Conduct legal and factual research and train the team to do the same.Review case submissions to USCIS for attorney approval before submission.Requirements:Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school.Barred to practice law in a state or territory of the United States.Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience with a focus on written advocacy.Leadership or management experience leading others.Demonstrated ability to train others on complex topics.Ideally, at least 1 year of experience as an immigration attorney with a focus on researching and drafting responses to RFEs or NOIDs.Experience with VAWA, T-Visa, U-Visa, Asylum, Medical DA, I-601, DS-260, and DS-160 applications is a plus.Substantial legal research and drafting experience.Being bilingual in English and Spanish is advantageous.Strong litigation and written advocacy skills.Appellate background or experience in drafting dispositive motions briefs is preferred.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Education and Certifications:Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.Bar admission in a state or territory of the United States.Skills:Legal research and writing.Leadership and team management.Analytical thinking.Communication and interpersonal skills.Organization and time management.Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish preferred).Job Location: Houston, TXCompany infoBCG Attorney Search10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100HoustonTexasUnited States 77042Phone :
(713) 270-1199Fax :
(213) 895-7306
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Company nameBCG Attorney SearchExperience1-5 yrs requiredLocationHouston, TX, United StatesPosted onJul 18, 2024ProfileJob Overview: A law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an Associate Attorney to lead and manage a team responsible for preparing and submitting responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and other case-related inquiries from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience, leadership abilities, and a background in immigration law.Duties:Train a team of writers in written advocacy, research, and other litigation skills to prepare early drafts for further review and refinement.Oversee a team of support specialists tasked with assisting clients in providing additional evidence in support of responses to case-dispositive inquiries.Manage the RFE response team to meet all deadlines and continuously improve response quality.Implement and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure the team effectively manages high volumes of work.Track and analyze trends in RFEs to improve response and application processes.Analyze communications from USCIS, including RFEs, NOIDs, and application denials.Evaluate application materials and identify additional evidence to provide to USCIS.Conduct legal and factual research and train the team to do the same.Review case submissions to USCIS for attorney approval before submission.Requirements:Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school.Barred to practice law in a state or territory of the United States.Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience with a focus on written advocacy.Leadership or management experience leading others.Demonstrated ability to train others on complex topics.Ideally, at least 1 year of experience as an immigration attorney with a focus on researching and drafting responses to RFEs or NOIDs.Experience with VAWA, T-Visa, U-Visa, Asylum, Medical DA, I-601, DS-260, and DS-160 applications is a plus.Substantial legal research and drafting experience.Being bilingual in English and Spanish is advantageous.Strong litigation and written advocacy skills.Appellate background or experience in drafting dispositive motions briefs is preferred.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Education and Certifications:Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.Bar admission in a state or territory of the United States.Skills:Legal research and writing.Leadership and team management.Analytical thinking.Communication and interpersonal skills.Organization and time management.Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish preferred).Job Location: Houston, TXCompany infoBCG Attorney Search10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100HoustonTexasUnited States 77042Phone :
(713) 270-1199Fax :
(213) 895-7306
Conley Rose, P.C., a leading intellectual property-only law firm, is seeking an experienced patent attorney, patent agent, technical advisor, or patent engineer looking for a highly flexible position to assist in the preparation ...DescriptionHumana is a $90 billion (Fortune 40) market leader in integrated healthcare with a clearly defined purpose to help people achieve lifelong well-being. As a company focused on the health and well-being of the people we...Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is to serve as a community resource providing a safe, ethical, and high quality mental health and addictive medicine treatment to individuals and families in need. This is a great opportunity...
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