Overview
Legal Secretary/Assistant Jobs in Austin, TX at Hembree Bell Law
Calling all legally brilliant, advocacy badasses.
This is not your typical attorney role. If you’re looking for prestige without rolling up your sleeves, this isn’t the place. But if you’re someone who takes pride in doing the work, mentoring others, and showing up for clients in and out of court, we want to talk.
Why This Role Exists
We are a fast-paced immigration law firm looking for an experienced, adaptable, and ego-free immigration attorney. You will represent clients in court, mentor legal staff, conduct consultations, and occasionally jump into paralegal-level work when the need arises. If your goal is to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives while contributing to a strong legal team, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
Court Representation: You will appear in immigration court for both master and individual hearings. This is not optional. You must be confident and competent in litigation.
Legal Oversight and Supervision: You will guide case strategy, review and approve legal drafts, and coach paralegals and junior staff to ensure top-tier legal work.
Client Consultations: You will conduct immigration consultations with prospective and current clients when higher-level legal analysis is needed.
Legal Drafting: You will draft motions to EOIR, BIA appeals, briefs, waivers, declarations, and memos to USCIS that are legally sound and emotionally compelling.
Research: You will conduct country conditions and jurisdiction-specific research to strengthen filings and hearing preparation.
Collaboration and Case Progress: You will work with the Case Manager and Legal Assistants to ensure every case is moving forward on time with no loose ends.
Hands-On Mentality: You are not above assisting with filing logistics or reviewing forms when needed. No task is beneath you if it helps the team succeed.
Tools We Use
Docketwise
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
RingCentral
Zoom
What You Will Get
Flexibility: Remote work options with the understanding that you must be available for court, deadlines, and internal meetings.
Focus: You will practice law, not manage a firm. We handle operations and admin so you can focus on advocacy.
Impact: Your legal skills will help immigrants and families navigate one of the most important journeys of their lives.
What We Expect
At least 5 years of immigration law experience including court representation
Strong legal writing and research skills
Experience supervising paralegals or junior attorneys
Ability to lead consultations and answer complex client questions
Willingness to be listed as attorney of record (secondary) and take ownership of legal outcomes
A grounded, collaborative attitude. Titles do not exempt anyone from helping where needed
Bonus if you speak Spanish, but not required
Hiring process:
Written Interview to showcase your writing and to learn more about you
Real-World Task to evaluate your legal skills
Team Interview to assess fit and collaboration
Zoom Interview with leadership
Two professional references
Final Word
If you want to work on impactful cases, mentor rising legal professionals, and stay grounded while doing excellent work, this role will be a great fit.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Immigration law: 2 years (Required)
Legal drafting: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
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Title: Legal Secretary/Assistant
Company: Hembree Bell Law
Location: Austin, TX
