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Staff Attorney- Immigrants Rights Project (Two Openings)
Los Angeles, CA • Job Title: Staff Attorney- Immigrants Rights Project (Two Openings) • Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** • Department: Immigrants’ Rights Project • Experience: 0-11 years of experience • Salary Range: $75,000-$102,400 DOE • Job Type: Full-Time/Exempt • Location: Los Angeles, CA • Language: Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred • Education: Juris Doctor degree with California Bar membership Responsibilities: • Provide direct representation to unaccompanied children in removal proceedings before immigration courts • Represent children in state courts to obtain orders related to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) • Represent children in applications for asylum, SIJS, and other forms of relief before US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) • Work collaboratively with social workers, administrative staff, and other attorneys to provide holistic and trauma-informed services to clients • Collect case data and contribute to grant reports • Provide technical assistance to pro bono attorneys • Manage a large caseload and prioritize tasks effectively • Commit to the mission of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and the values of economic and racial justice Requirements: • Juris Doctor degree with California Bar membership • Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred • Experience practicing immigration law preferred, with a focus on removal defense and representation of children seeking asylum and/or SIJS • Strong legal research and writing skills • Comfort and experience working with diverse clients, including those with criminal history and/or complex trauma • Willingness and ability to travel to various courts in the Southern California region • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team • Commitment to continuous learning and openness to feedback • Strong time-management and organizational skills • Commitment to immigrants' rights and racial and economic justice Benefits: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage with both HMO and PPO options • Flexible Spending Account option • 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions • Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans • Generous paid time off and compensatory time • On-site parking or public transportation reimbursement available How to Apply: • Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing any relevant experiences, especially those not reflected in your resume • Consider discussing lived experiences and experiences working with clients in your cover letter • **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** requires COVID-19 vaccination for all employees, with accommodations for disabilities or religious beliefs • Some in-office work is required, subject to public health and emergency orders **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. Our leadership team is committed to fair hiring practices and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. |
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