Safe Horizon
Staff Attorney - Immigration Law Project
Safe Horizon, New York, New York, United States,
Summary
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
The Staff Attorney is responsible for providing direct legal services, including consultations and representation before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Executive Office for Immigration Review, and for conducting presentations and trainings to internal and external audiences, including community-based organizations and other service-based providers on matters of immigration law. The Staff Attorney also represents the program before USCIS during district stakeholder meetings and collaborates with other organizations on issues pertaining to ILP’s mission. In addition, the Staff Attorney contributes to the supervision and oversight of support staff, volunteers, and student interns.
Qualifications
Must have a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Bar, and have at least 2 years of related experience. New graduates who have completed an approved fellowship may be considered. Must be admitted to practice law in any state in the U.S.Expertise and experience in representing clients in affirmative applications before USCIS and in removal proceedings before the Immigration Courts are essential.Must have prior experience in and/or thorough knowledge of issues affecting survivors of domestic violence, crime, abuse, torture, and persecution.Must possess 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.Required Skills
Must possess strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to convey legal concepts to lay people. The ability to write routine reports, court documents, case notes, pleadings, and correspondence in a clear, concise, and effective manner is essential. Must be creative and have critical thinking skills. Must be a persuasive and effective communicator. Prior experience organizing and executing group trainings and information exchanges is preferred. Must possess demonstrated appropriate communication skills with client populations, colleagues, and court staff. Problem-solving, prioritizing, time management, team-building, and organizational skills are also essential. Must be familiar with legal services, resources, and procedures available in New York City. Must possess 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 are essential.
Hiring Pay Range:
65,000.00 - 69,000.00 SalariedFull-time Hours:
35 Hours per weekFull-time 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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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
The Staff Attorney is responsible for providing direct legal services, including consultations and representation before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Executive Office for Immigration Review, and for conducting presentations and trainings to internal and external audiences, including community-based organizations and other service-based providers on matters of immigration law. The Staff Attorney also represents the program before USCIS during district stakeholder meetings and collaborates with other organizations on issues pertaining to ILP’s mission. In addition, the Staff Attorney contributes to the supervision and oversight of support staff, volunteers, and student interns.
Qualifications
Must have a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Bar, and have at least 2 years of related experience. New graduates who have completed an approved fellowship may be considered. Must be admitted to practice law in any state in the U.S.Expertise and experience in representing clients in affirmative applications before USCIS and in removal proceedings before the Immigration Courts are essential.Must have prior experience in and/or thorough knowledge of issues affecting survivors of domestic violence, crime, abuse, torture, and persecution.Must possess 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.Required Skills
Must possess strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to convey legal concepts to lay people. The ability to write routine reports, court documents, case notes, pleadings, and correspondence in a clear, concise, and effective manner is essential. Must be creative and have critical thinking skills. Must be a persuasive and effective communicator. Prior experience organizing and executing group trainings and information exchanges is preferred. Must possess demonstrated appropriate communication skills with client populations, colleagues, and court staff. Problem-solving, prioritizing, time management, team-building, and organizational skills are also essential. Must be familiar with legal services, resources, and procedures available in New York City. Must possess 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 are essential.
Hiring Pay Range:
65,000.00 - 69,000.00 SalariedFull-time Hours:
35 Hours per weekFull-time 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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