Staff Attorney

About the role

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) seeks to hire an experienced bilingual immigration attorney to provide legal services to foreign national victims of human trafficking in the Detroit metropolitan area. This position is funded through the Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime for a three-year grant period.

Responsibilities

• Conducting intakes and providing legal consultations to determine eligibility for legal relief
• Preparing and submitting immigration applications for asylum, T and U Visas, special immigrant juvenile status, VAWA, TPS, and naturalization adjustment of status
• Making appropriate referrals to other service providers and relevant community partners
• Representing clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Executive Office for Immigration Review, and the Board of Immigration Appeals
• Congducting outreach, leading trainings, and participating in networking activities
• Maintaining bar membership through continuing legal education

Requirements

• J.D. with a valid license to practice law, member of the State Bar preferred
• At least two (2) years of experience practicing immigration law
• Ability to commute to the office on a daily basis throughout the work week
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing and demonstrated intercultural communication ability
• Spanish fluency preferred
• High-level of proficiency in MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel and database programs
• Flexibility for frequent evening and weekend work
• Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently is desirable
• Demonstrated commitment to immigration, social justice, and human rights

Training Requirements

Satisfactory completion of USCRI’s Orientation and Training; Complete additional training as identified by supervisor or Human Resources.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Notes

Please submit a resume with a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online application. References will be required at time of the final interview. No telephone calls please. Position will remain open until filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partnership status, marital status, physical or mental disability, AIDS/HIV status, age, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.