Immigration Staff Attorney

The Immigrant & Refugee Services Division at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark (www.ccannj.org/refugee_immigration.php) seeks a Staff Attorney to manage a caseload of defensive and affirmative matters and assist with legal orientation programming. Under the supervision of the Director, Immigrant & Refugee Services, the Staff Attorney is responsible for the following primary job duties:Providing direct representation for non-detained individuals:Conducting client interviewsResearching legal issuesDetermining and implementing legal strategyDrafting court filings, including pleadings, motions, and briefsDrafting applications for immigration benefitsAppearing in immigration court and family courtAppearing for USCIS benefits interviewsKeeping detailed digital case notes and recordsReporting data on monthly/quarterly/annual basis and as otherwise required by funderPerforming other duties as assigned by the supervisor.Required qualifications:1) J.D. from an ABA accredited law school2) Admission to practice law in New Jersey3) Ability to handle several projects and tasks simultaneously4) Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing5) Proficiency in Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, or Portuguese preferredBenefits:CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

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