Staff Attorney - Immigration Law Project

About the role

ILP, a client-centered, trauma-informed and anti-racist practice, has been providing free or low-cost legal services to low- and moderate-income immigrant victims of crime, violence, abuse, trafficking and torture, since 1988. ILP is recognized by the Department of Justice and staffed with attorneys, accredited representatives, paralegals and fellows who specialize in immigration law, including family-based petitions, applications for permanent residency, waivers, naturalization, deportation and removal defense, with a focus on humanitarian-based relief such as VAWA self-petitions, U Visas, SIJS and asylum.

Responsibilities

• Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients.
• Provide direct legal services, including consultations and representation before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Executive Office for Immigration Review.
• Conduct presentations and trainings to internal and external audiences, including community-based organizations and other service-based providers on matters of immigration law.
• Represent the program before USCIS during district stakeholder meetings and collaborate with other organizations on issues pertaining to ILP's mission.
• Contribute to the supervision and oversight of support staff, volunteers and student interns.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Bar and admitted to practice of law in any state in the U.S.
• At least 2 years of related experience. New graduates who have completed an approved fellowship may be considered.
• Expertise and experience in representing clients in affirmative applications before USCIS and in removal proceedings before the Immigration Courts are essential.
• Prior experience in and/or thorough knowledge of issues affecting survivors of domestic violence, crime, abuse, torture and persecution.
• Strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to convey legal concepts to lay people.
• Fluency in Spanish is required. Other foreign language skills may be considered.
• Admission to practice and experience litigating in the federal courts preferred but not required.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to convey legal concepts to lay people.
• Ability to write routine reports, court documents, case notes, pleadings and correspondence in a clear, concise and effective manner.
• Creative and critical thinking skills.
• Persuasive and effective communicator.
• Demonstrated appropriate communications skills with client populations, colleagues and court staff.
• Problem-solving, prioritizing, time management, team-building and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with legal services, resources and procedures available in New York City.
• Knowledge and understanding of economic issues facing domestic violence victims, including but not limited to housing, public benefits and child support.
• Strong networking skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with various individuals, organizations and government agencies.
• Prior experience organizing and executing group trainings and information exchanges is preferred.

Pay

$64,000.00 - $67,500.00 Annual

Schedule

35 Hours per week

Benefits

• Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Company Life Insurance
• Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Gym Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Employee Learning Center

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