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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

<div>Catholic Charities is looking for the right people; people who wish to serve their community as a part of a family friendly organization doing good within the Houston-Galveston area. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees. People of all faiths helping people in need.
The Staff Attorney, HAP is responsible for providing direct legal representation to clients served by St Frances Cabrini Center for Legal Assistance in immigration matters. Legal representation includes entering an appearance as the attorney of record on matters and in proceedings before the USCIS, Asylum Office, State, federal and immigration courts, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, agencies within the Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, as well as appellate agencies such as the Administrative Appeals Office and Board of Immigration Appeals. The Staff Attorney also provides legal services in the form of community outreach and legal education, legal workshops, legal intake, legal research, individual legal representation as well as supervising caseworkers and/or law student interns. The Staff Attorney works under the direct supervision of Senior Attorney, Managing Attorney and/or Associate Legal Director. The Staff Attorney works as a team with the Legal Assistant/Paralegal and other Cabrini Center staff.
What you Deliver<ul><li>
Legal Assistance: Provide legal assistance and direct representation to immigrant clients before the USCIS. Asylum Office or Immigration Court on matters such as family petition, removal of conditional status, adjustment of status, naturalization, asylum, removal defense and any immigration proceedings. Direct representation encompasses the following tasks: conduct legal intake and screening, interview with clients, affiants, witness, experts, case managers, and others who can provide information or statement in furtherance of the client's immigration matters; draft, prepare and assemble relevant immigration petitions; conduct legal research; write memorandum of law, motions or briefs in support of applications and petitions filed before USCIS. Asylum Office. State, Immigration and federal Courts, Board of Immigration Appeals, Administrative Appeals Office, EOIR, and other immigration agencies; prepare client for interviews or court hearings. Assist in preparing clients for court hearing and USCIS interviews, perform interpretations at USCIS, asylum office, and other interviews.</li><li>
Case Management: Maintain client physical and electronic files according to program requirements, including case notes, correspondence, filings, calendars, and dockets. Maintain a case status list and case service statistics for Cabrini Center and program funders. Participate in case reviews with Senior Attorney, Managing Attorney or Associate Legal Director as applicable. Maintain a minimum of 30-40 active cases. Keep abreast of new immigration regulations and policies as they arise to better serve clients.</li><li>
Meetings: Attendance and participation is mandatory in team meetings, Cabrini staff meetings, and other agency meetings. Participate in calls and meetings organized by funders, city-wide advocacy groups, and local service providers when appropriate and helpful.</li><li>
Contract Compliance: Comply with all contract requirements. Provide data and statistical information for grant, contract and other reporting purposes. Provide accurate and timely monthly data, time logs, and reports for internal use, funder use, and other entity use. Participate in trainings, webinars, meetings, calls, etc. as required by funders.</li><li>
Charla and Outreach: Participate in Charlas by presenting and performing legal consultations. Participate in program and agency community legal education and outreach efforts (Spanish and English), particularly as they relate to issues of immigration law and remedies for survivors of crime, providing direct Information to prospective clients, attending information sessions on asylum, deportation and other immigration relief.</li><li>
Supervision: Provide supervision and direction to Legal Assistant, Paralegal and/or interns on a full range of legal services provided by the program.</li><li>
Other: Perform other duties as assigned by the Legal Director and Managing Attorneys such as assisting with in house meetings and trainings, coordinate with community partners, engage in coalition activities, participate in staff and agency retreats, assist with special events.</li></ul>
The Expertise We're Looking For<ul><li>
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school</li><li>
Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas; or have an active license from another U.S. jurisdiction and be eligible to waive into the State Bar of Texas within 12 months of hire</li></ul>
The Skills and Assets You Bring, and More<ul><li>
Excellent legal research and legal writing skills</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills</li><li>
Ability to handle a high-volume caseload, multiple deadlines, and other tasks simultaneously</li><li>
Knowledge and proficiency in basic typing skills and computer applications such as MS Office</li><li>
Demonstrated multi-cultural skills and sensitivity</li><li>
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information</li><li>
Experience working with low-income immigrant community</li></ul>
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Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Successful applicant must comply with federal contractor vaccine mandate requirements. 
 
The work you do will help us advocate for the vulnerable among us, a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds.</div>

Cabrini | Staff Attorney - HAP

Silberman Law Firm, PLLC

Established law firm with offices throughout Texas looking to hire an attorney for its Houston Area market. The position is primarily remote but will require some in person appearances for court hearings and client meetings.About The FirmThe firm has a 10 year operating history and currently employs over 20 lawyers that practice real estate, business, probate, and litigation. The firm also has a fee attorney relationship with Fidelity National Title to support and complement its real estate practice.Our firm is based on efficiency and the leveraging of technology to provide quality legal services throughout Texas. We place a heavy emphasis on remote work. AI, cloud computing, digital file storage, and other technologies that promote efficiency.We recognize that the practice of law is both a profession and a business. As such, successful law firms must operate to meet professional obligations and maximize profit. Our robust advertising and marketing campaigns allow us to prioritize a diverse client base where no one client makes up more than 1% of our firm&rsquo;s total revenue.About The PositionThe position does not require any experience in the firm's practice areas, but some experience in any of practice sections is helpful. (business, real estate, probate, and litigation). The attorney will do some consults for potential new clients, but most of the attorney's time will be spent meeting a billable hour requirment under the supervision of a managing lawyer. Primary job tasks include providing new consults for potential new clients 1-2 hours per day and working firm files.Benefits<ul><li>Firm generated work assigned to lawyers.</li><li>Legal Assistant and administrative support staff.</li><li>Offices throughout Texas for client meetings, depositions, mail processing, and in-office work.</li><li>Access to group health insurance, including PPO plans at Blue Cross Blue Shield.</li><li>Comprehensive malpractice insurance.</li><li>Access to senior attorneys for mentorship, collaboration and opinions on cases.</li><li>Robust access to legal research software including but not limited to Westlaw, Westlaw Forms, Company Investigator, and People Map.</li></ul>Other benefits include two weeks paid vacation, paid holidays and sick leave, access to group health insurance, paid CLE and State Bar dues.Ideal CandidatesDesired qualifications include good communication skills, a willingness to learn litigation, proficiency in email and word processing applications, strong attention to detail, and respect for the seriousness of the practice of law. The successful candidate must be comfortable with working and receiving training in a virtual environment.Please submit resumes to Phil Silberman via Indeed.com. Feel free to visit www.silblawfirm.com to learn more about our firm.Job Type: Full-timePay: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Texas Bar License (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: Remote

Associate Attorney

Diggs & Sadler

Established family law firm seeks full-time attorney for its Houston office. Attorney should have, ideally, 4 or more years of experience in family law in Texas. Experience should include working on a variety of family law cases, including high net worth divorces, child custody matters, mediations and protective orders. Firm is an in office work environment. Associates are given opportunities to manage their own cases and participate in court matters. Must be licensed in Texas and in good standing with state bar. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, PTO, STD, LTD, and 401(k).Job Type: Full-timePay: $50,000.00 - $150,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Family law: 4 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Experienced Family Law Attorney

John K. Zaid & Associates

Job descriptionWe are a plaintiff&rsquo;s personal injury practice looking for an attorney that is licensed in the state of Texas. Our home office is in Clear Lake, but we have expanded our business and have opened an office location in Houston off Richmond Avenue.As we serve our clients, we are committed to approaching them with the empathy and respect they deserve. Keeping this in mind as we serve them enables us to stay focused on our mission- to provide the highest quality legal services and to assist in the betterment of our clients&rsquo; lives.Key Responsibilities:Senior Litigation Attorney will be responsible for litigation and management of different types of personal injury cases ranging from car accidents, trucking accidents, to slip and fall, and more. Duties will include docket management, filing lawsuits, drafting, and responding to written discovery, depositions, mediation, and everything else that is involved in the litigation process.Requirements:&middot; Needs to be familiar with all phases of personal injury cases, from inception, through litigation, to trials and settlements. Be prepared to handle cases with minimal supervision and must be a self-starter who possesses strong analytical, negotiation, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.&middot; They will need to interact directly with clients and prosecute own cases and those provided by the Firm and its partners. Will need to have experience evaluating whether to sign a case or not and counsel clients on all relevant legal matters in a professional manner.&middot; Will be working closely with other attorneys and litigation team members and needs to be comfortable handling multiple priorities and tight deadlines, so staying highly organized is a must.&middot; Discovery&middot; Deposition&middot; Mediation&middot; Trial experience at either 1st or 2nd chair is a plus.&middot; Bilingual not required, but a plus.&middot; Personal injury experienceBenefits:&middot; 401(k)&middot; Health insurance&middot; Dental insurance&middot; Vision insurance&middot; Paid time off&middot; Paid holidaysSchedule:&middot; Monday to FridayLicense/Certification:&middot; BarWork Location: In person, this is not a remote position. Please list your home address when applying so we can confirm the commute time.This is a full-time position.Pay commensurate with experience.Job Type: Full-timePay:&middot; $180,000+ per year&middot; Attorney Referral Bonus - 50% fee split of any cases brought in by attorneyBenefits:&middot; 401(k)&middot; 401(k) matching&middot; Dental insurance&middot; Health insurance&middot; Paid time off&middot; Vision insuranceApplication Question(s):&middot; Please list your home address so we can confirm the commute time.License/Certification:&middot; Bar (Required)Work Location: In personJob Type: Full-timePay: From $180,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Houston, TX 77046 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Houston, TX 77046: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior Litigation Attorney

The Oracle Legal Group

Oracle Legal Group is looking for an ad hoc Wills and Estates Attorney in the Houston, Texas area. We are hiring a skilled legal professional to assist with wills, trusts, and estate planning on a flexible, as-needed basis. Experience in asset protection is preferred but not required.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Drafting and reviewing wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents.</li><li>Providing legal counsel on estate administration and probate matters.</li><li>Working closely with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.</li><li>Active license to practice law in Texas.</li><li>5 or more years of experience in wills and estates law.</li><li>Must be located in the Houston, Texas metropolitan area.</li></ul>To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to clients@theoraclelegalgroup.com. We look forward to hearing from you.Job Type: ContractPay: $150.00 - $200.00 per hourWork Location: Remote

Ad hoc Wills and Estates Attorney

NMW Law Firm

We are seeking highly motivated applicants for a full-time position as a personal injury attorney.We are interested in employing hard working, motivated individuals who enjoy interacting with others. We offer outstanding benefits, and the chance for growth in a supportive workplace.Responsibilities:- Represent clients in personal injury cases including but not limited to automobile accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries.- You will ultimately manage your own personal injury docket from intake to trial. Duties include but are not limited to the following:<ul><li>Sign up new personal injury clients.</li><li>Negotiate settlements with insurance companies.</li><li>Prepare pleadings and written discovery.</li><li>Prepare and conduct depositions.</li><li>Attend court hearings and mediations.</li><li>Prepare cases for trial.</li></ul>Qualifications- Must be licensed to practice law in Texas.- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Must be detail-oriented and able to manage a big caseload.- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.- Spanish fluency preferred, not required.If you are a highly motivated individual seeking to put your advocacy skills to practice fighting on behalf of injured clients, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. There is ample opportunity for growth, and the firm provides a supportive and nurturing work environment.Job Type: Full-timePay: $100,000.00 - $250,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Houston, TX 77046 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Daniel Ogbeide Law

<ul><li>Advising clients: Counsel clients on family law issues, including marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, guardianship, and more</li><li>Representing clients: Represent clients in court and in other legal proceedings</li><li>Negotiating: Negotiate agreements between parties</li><li>Researching: Research and compile evidence for cases</li><li>Interviewing: Interview people involved in the case</li><li>Drafting: Draft, negotiate, and review court documents</li><li>Liaising: Liaise with other professionals, such as doctors, psychologists, social workers, and police officers</li><li>Managing: Manage emotionally unpredictable situations</li><li>Preparing: Prepare pleadings, organize materials, and schedule witnesses</li><li>Attending: Attend networking and business development functions</li><li>Assist the firm with consultations</li><li>Spanish speaking is required</li></ul>SummaryAs a Family Law Attorney, you will be responsible for providing expert legal counsel and representation in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and support issues. Reporting to the managing partner, you will utilize your core skills in legal research, drafting, and writing to advocate effectively for clients. Your premium skills in negotiation and estate planning will enhance your ability to resolve complex family disputes. Proficiency in Spanish will be beneficial in serving a diverse clientele, ensuring effective communication and understanding throughout the legal process. Join our firm to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families.Qualifications<ul><li>Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school</li><li>Admission to the state bar and active license to practice law</li><li>Proficient in legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw</li><li>Strong writing and legal drafting skills</li><li>Experience in family law</li><li>Bilingual in Spanish, enhancing communication with diverse clients</li><li>Prior legal administrative experience is a plus</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeProjected Total Compensation: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have family law experience?</li><li>Are you bi-lingual in Spanish and English?</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77074

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