Associate Attorney

Join a GREAT PLACE TO WORK® Certified Team at Wannamaker Crimmigration!

Are you a newly licensed attorney—or early in your legal career—who is passionate about criminal defense and protecting immigrant communities? At Wannamaker Crimmigration, our Immigration and Criminal Law Division stands at the critical intersection of criminal defense and immigration law. We fight every day to protect our clients’ rights, freedom, and future in the United States.

If you’re looking for hands-on courtroom experience, close mentorship, and meaningful work in a mission-driven firm, this is the opportunity for you.

We’re Hiring: Associate Attorney – Criminal Defense (Entry-Level to Early Career)

Location: El Paso, Texas

What You’ll Do:

Support Criminal Defense Cases: Assist senior criminal defense attorneys with misdemeanor and select felony matters in state and federal court.

Gain Courtroom Experience: Appear at low-level hearings, docket calls, status conferences, and routine court proceedings under supervision.

Client Advocacy: Conduct jail visits, communicate with clients, and help prepare cases with care, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Research & Drafting: Perform legal research and assist in drafting motions, pleadings, and other legal filings.

Case Management: Prepare and file documents using state and federal e-filing systems while working closely with paralegals and legal assistants.

Crimmigration Collaboration: Partner with immigration attorneys to ensure criminal case strategy aligns with immigration consequences.

Learn & Grow: Develop foundational criminal defense and courtroom skills through direct mentorship and real-world exposure.

What You Bring:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas (New Mexico Bar a plus)

New attorney to up to 2 years of criminal defense experience

Strong legal research and writing skills

Interest in criminal defense and crimmigration matters

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion

Team-oriented mindset and strong work ethic

Spanish fluency preferred but not required

Admission (or willingness to obtain) to the U.S. District Court – Western District of Texas is a plus

Why Join Wannamaker Crimmigration?

GREAT PLACE TO WORK® Certified – people-first culture and supportive leadership

Mission-Driven Work: Defend clients whose freedom and immigration status are at stake

Hands-On Training & Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced criminal defense attorneys

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside criminal and immigration law professionals

Competitive Entry-Level Compensation (lower end of Associate scale, growth-oriented role)

100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental, Vision, STD & Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Generous PTO (5 weeks) + 9 Paid Holidays

Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities

Ready to Launch Your Criminal Defense Career?

If you’re eager to build your skills, gain courtroom experience, and make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable communities, we want to hear from you.

APPLY NOW and start your legal career where purpose meets practice!

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