Managing Attorney- Agricultural Worker and Immigrant Rights Practice Group

Position Available:MANAGING ATTORNEYAgricultural Worker and Immigrant Rights Practice GroupAdvocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc. (ABLE) , a non-profit law firm with a long history of representing people living on low incomes in Ohio in achieving equal justice and opportunity, seeks an Attorney to lead its Agricultural Worker and Immigrant Rights (AIR) Practice Group. The position can be based out of ABLE’s Toledo or Dayton, Ohio office.About ABLEAdvocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) is a nonprofit law firm established over 50 years ago to ensure that the most vulnerable people in our communities have the same access to justice as people and companies that can afford to retain an attorney. ABLE and its partner law firm, Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO), are the only law firms available for comprehensive legal representation in non-criminal matters for more than 425,000 people living, working, and raising their families in poverty in Northwest and West Central Ohio. ABLE advocates for – and with – financially disadvantaged individuals and communities to effectuate just and equitable policy changes that address the structural causes of poverty and to protect their right to fairness and justice in the legal system.The OpportunityThe Managing Attorney will coordinate and manage attorneys, paralegals, and a community organizer to support noncitizen communities. These committed and talented advocates have earned their reputation as among the top immigration advocates statewide, regionally, and nationally. They provide legal representation to agricultural workers and immigrants throughout Ohio in a wide variety of immigration, employment, and civil rights cases and proceedings.Applying the principles of community lawyering, this position will lead a team of passionate and skillful advocates committed to advancing systemic change and racial justice in immigrants’ rights through a combination of community outreach, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and individual representation. If you want to use your legal skills to challenge the policies and practices that perpetuate poverty and racial injustice and lead a team of similarly motivated staff, you are encouraged to apply.Responsibilities:Manage a team of 18 and provide leadership, creativity, passion, and inspiration in guiding practice group members in achieving ABLE’s mission.Work with practice group members and the Director of Advocacy to develop and drive a comprehensive legal strategy designed to have a lasting impact on and create equity and justice for agricultural workers and immigrants.Effectively supervise team members and legal work within the practice group.Bring a strong racial and economic equity lens and analysis of structural racism to ABLE’s legal strategies and initiatives.Collaborate and advocate with impacted community members to further issues identified by community leaders.Think strategically and view issues from a systemic and impact perspective while managing the practice group’s high-volume caseload.Build on the diverse skills, talents, and backgrounds of staff to develop a strong team.Manage certain aspects of grant writing and grant reporting to funders supporting the practice group’s work.Continue to build coalitions with organizations and advocates at the local, state, and national levels.Draft communications for diverse audiences and translate complex policy and legal issues in relatable and accessible terms.Engage in public education and communications, including public speaking engagements and media appearances.The Managing Attorney must demonstrate excellent legal, analytical, communication, teamwork, and advocacy skills, administrative leadership, supervisory experience, and strong management skills. The ideal applicant has practical knowledge and experience in immigration, civil rights, and employment law; and an understanding of the socio-cultural issues experienced by people living in poverty.The successful candidate must have the following skills and experience:Legal Leadership Experience:

Seven years of legal experience preferred, with a demonstrated track record in immigration/civil rights. Litigation and immigration legal experience required, particularly in removal proceedings and humanitarian forms of relief. Ohio bar or ability to be admitted by motion or temporary certification is required.Ability to Lead and Manage a Team:

Experience implementing and managing grant-funded projects required.Strong Relationship Builder:

Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish is required.Experience with core ABLE Issues:

Expertise or experience within ABLE’s core issue areas, particularly immigration and worker’s rights.Candidates need to bring a strong commitment to excellence and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Compensation, Benefits, and Work LocationTo Apply:

Please submit your application through the link below. Position will remain open until filled.ABLE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and places a high value on diversity in our workplace, including diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, and physical ability. We strive to create an environment welcoming to all individuals and we encourage applications from individuals traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession.

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