Asylum and Immigration Rights Attorney

3 days ago

Santa Ana, California, United States COMMUNITY LEGAL AID SOCAL Full time
About the Job

The Immigration Staff Attorney will be responsible for providing representation to qualified immigrants in various immigration cases. This role requires a strong understanding of immigration law, particularly in areas such as asylum, special immigrant juvenile status, and adjustment of status. The ideal candidate should have experience working with vulnerable populations, such as survivors of abuse or human trafficking, and possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Additionally, the candidate should be able to maintain detailed case notes, conduct client interviews, and represent clients before USCIS and Immigration Court. Strong interpersonal skills, technical skills, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment are also essential for this position. Responsibilities

  • Maintain a caseload of immigration cases, including but not limited to special immigrant juvenile status, asylum, naturalization, u-visa, vawa self-petitions, and adjustment of status.
  • Represent clients both before us citizenship and immigration services (uscis) and immigration court.
  • As needed, supervise paralegals, including onboarding, skills training, and review of filings.
  • Dependent on grant, assist with grant reporting and tracking grant deliverables.
  • Represent clients, counsel and advise clients in legal matters.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate case notes and timekeeping in case management system (legalserver).
  • Interview clients. Effectively and efficiently communicate with clients.
  • Engage in case investigation, witness interviews, factual and legal research.
  • Research and write pleadings, memoranda, correspondence and other legal documents.
  • Work with community groups, conduct outreach, and provide community education presentations and materials.
  • Engage in policy advocacy, coordinate, and collaborate in policy campaigns with partner community-based organizations to improve systemic issues.
Requirements
  • Juris doctor degree and an active member in good standing of the california bar or member to another state bar and ability to register as a legal services provider.
  • Experience in immigration law, including humanitarian-based claims such as asylum, special immigrant juvenile status, u visas, t visas, or vawa self-petitions.
  • Experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
  • Articulate, creative, and passionate advocate with excellent written and oral communication skills, computer skills, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong personal work ethic, initiative, and ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to spot legal issues and comfort with providing real-time counsel & advice.
  • Strong interpersonal skill, client communication skills and comfort working with indigent clients.
  • Strong technical skills; including proficiency in microsoft office suite (word, outlook, excel, powerpoint, teams).
  • Reliable team player.
  • Great organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Desire to learn as well as share knowledge with other team members.
  • Empathetic and energetic attitude while working with others.
  • Ability to interact with a wide range of clients utilizing client-centered lawyering and trauma-informed frameworks.
  • Proven interest in social justice issues.
  • Commitment to cla socal's mission.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, active insurance policy and ability to travel frequently in and around the service area for representation and to engage with clients and community partners.
How to Apply

If you're passionate about advocating for social justice and have a strong background in immigration law, we encourage you to apply. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience and location. To apply, submit your application through our website. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and discussing how you can contribute to our mission.

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