Immigratin Advocatres Network
Supervising Attorney, Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
Immigratin Advocatres Network, Santa Clara, New York, United States,
Supervising Attorney, Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
Join the Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) and become part of an energetic team of advocates that provide a wide range of legal services aimed to address issues that disproportionately impact the poor. These services include litigation, providing training and technical assistance, and community education.Position:NLSLA is seeking a Supervising Attorney to lead its Family Law and Immigration Team, comprised of lawyers, paralegals, and a legal secretary. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated passion and commitment to working with survivors of domestic violence or other similar client populations with a sensitivity to those in crisis. The Supervising Attorney will lead, mentor, and support the team in its advocacy, including direct services, systemic advocacy, and community education.Responsibilities:Function as a member of NLSLA’s Leadership Team and contribute to the coordination of services in carrying out the mission of the organization.Oversee all aspects of the Family Law and Immigration Team, including:Mentoring and supporting the team in its advocacy, including direct services, systemic advocacy, and community education.Professional development of the team members.Managing grants and projects.Coordinating program-wide advocacy efforts partnering with various stakeholders.Frequently travel throughout Los Angeles County.Qualifications:Attorney licensed to practice law in California with a minimum of five years’ experience in either immigration law or family law.Experience handling administrative hearings, court hearings, and trials.Experience or demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor a team of attorneys and paralegals.Demonstrated passion and commitment to public interest law and prior experience serving low-income individuals.Experience working with individuals in crisis and/or survivors of domestic violence.Demonstrated ability to create and maintain community partnerships.Research and analytical skills; effective communicator.Organizational skills and ability to oversee multiple projects.Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred.COVID-19 vaccination is required, which is a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.How to Apply:Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:Lambreni Waddell, Chief of Staff & Interim Director of Human ResourcesNeighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County1102 E. Chevy Chase DriveGlendale, CA 91205Fax: (818) 291-1790E-mail: employment@nlsla.org
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Join the Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) and become part of an energetic team of advocates that provide a wide range of legal services aimed to address issues that disproportionately impact the poor. These services include litigation, providing training and technical assistance, and community education.Position:NLSLA is seeking a Supervising Attorney to lead its Family Law and Immigration Team, comprised of lawyers, paralegals, and a legal secretary. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated passion and commitment to working with survivors of domestic violence or other similar client populations with a sensitivity to those in crisis. The Supervising Attorney will lead, mentor, and support the team in its advocacy, including direct services, systemic advocacy, and community education.Responsibilities:Function as a member of NLSLA’s Leadership Team and contribute to the coordination of services in carrying out the mission of the organization.Oversee all aspects of the Family Law and Immigration Team, including:Mentoring and supporting the team in its advocacy, including direct services, systemic advocacy, and community education.Professional development of the team members.Managing grants and projects.Coordinating program-wide advocacy efforts partnering with various stakeholders.Frequently travel throughout Los Angeles County.Qualifications:Attorney licensed to practice law in California with a minimum of five years’ experience in either immigration law or family law.Experience handling administrative hearings, court hearings, and trials.Experience or demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor a team of attorneys and paralegals.Demonstrated passion and commitment to public interest law and prior experience serving low-income individuals.Experience working with individuals in crisis and/or survivors of domestic violence.Demonstrated ability to create and maintain community partnerships.Research and analytical skills; effective communicator.Organizational skills and ability to oversee multiple projects.Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred.COVID-19 vaccination is required, which is a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.How to Apply:Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:Lambreni Waddell, Chief of Staff & Interim Director of Human ResourcesNeighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County1102 E. Chevy Chase DriveGlendale, CA 91205Fax: (818) 291-1790E-mail: employment@nlsla.org
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