Managing Attorney
The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) is an umbrella policy and advocacy organization for nearly 200 groups in New York State. We envision a New York state that is stronger because all people are welcomed, treated fairly, and given the chance to pursue their dreams. Our mission is to unite immigrants, members, and allies so all New Yorkers can thrive. We represent the collective interests of New York’s diverse immigrant communities and organizations, devise solutions to advance them, advocate for laws, policies, and programs that lead to justice and opportunity for all immigrant groups, and build the power of immigrants and the organizations that serve them.
About the role
The Managing Attorney will oversee a network of legal services across several regions of New York State, focusing on newly arrived immigrant populations. This role involves directing and executing limited-scope affirmative and defensive legal services, supervising full-time staff and part-time contract attorneys, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners. The position reports to the Legal Director and requires regular travel within New York State.
Responsibilities
- Design, coordinate, and supervise legal clinics and direct legal services across New York State, utilizing regional and remote legal support from attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff.
- Supervise the provision of direct limited-scope legal services, including:
- Applications for asylum, Special Immigration Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
- Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) filings such as Motions to Reopen, Change Venue, Change Hearing Format.
- Screenings for eligibility and general legal advice.
- Conduct final reviews of applications for relief, particularly those drafted by full-time paralegals, legal navigators, and part-time contract attorneys.
- Serve as a legal resource for partner organizations, clients, volunteers, and other stakeholders, providing ethically sound, trauma-informed advice.
- Draft, edit, and review training materials, legal clinic guides, resources for legal services providers, and community-facing informational documents.
- Oversee and coordinate data collection, tracking, and reporting to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and transparency of legal service deliverables and emerging trends.
- Collaborate with data management personnel to design insightful systems and reports for legal service provision, needs, and forecasting.
- Ensure adherence to protocols protecting personal identifying information and data privacy; suggest enhancements as needed.
- Engage in strategic discussions involving litigation efforts, special projects, and rapid response frameworks.
- Support training efforts and serve as a trainer on relevant topics in immigration law.
- Liaise with legal and non-legal service providers, external partners, and other stakeholders.
- Occasionally move or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Licensed attorney admitted to practice in the United States; admission to New York preferred but not required.
- Four to seven years of relevant experience representing and working with diverse immigrant communities in affirmative and/or defensive immigration postures.
- At least two years, preferably four or more, of direct supervision experience, preferably of other attorneys and DOJ Accredited Representatives.
- Experience developing and conducting strategic collaboration and events with diverse organizations and programs; outreach experience in immigrant communities for legal services preferred.
- Strong skills in community organizing and advocacy, specifically with underserved and diverse communities.
- Attention to detail, particularly in supervising and preparing applications and documents for government agencies.
- Ability to facilitate cohesion among immigration legal staff, including attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
- Adaptability to changing work environments, processes, and emerging needs.
- Experience in fast-paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
- Strong computer skills preferred, including proficiency in Legal Server, Salesforce, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets), Canva, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Schedule
This position involves extensive in-person work in the field. When not in the field, the position may allow for 1 remote day per week, with remaining days in the office.
Pay
$130,000 annually.
Benefits
- Full benefit plan.
- Unlimited vacation time.
- Paid sick leave.
- Pre-tax benefits.
- Comprehensive retirement plan.
The NYIC has a transparent and equitable salary structure with starting salaries set in advance and no room for negotiation.