Attorney for Refugee and Immigrant Children's Rights

7 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Supportkind Full time

**Job Overview:**
We are seeking an experienced Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children in need of representation. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English and Spanish, with a minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, including humanitarian claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.

**Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 per year**

**Job Responsibilities:**

The successful candidate will perform ordinary functions of legal counsel, including:

  • Providing direct legal representation to KIND clients.
  • Mentoring pro bono attorneys on complex cases.
  • Conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafting court pleadings.
  • Supervising interns and non-attorney staff, including onboarding, skills training, daily support, and performance evaluations.
  • Placing cases with pro bono attorneys and building relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.

**Required Skills and Qualifications:**

  • J.D. and admission to the local state bar (or ability to sit for the bar exam within 6 months).
  • Fluency in English and Spanish (or participation in the Spanish immersion program).
  • Minimum 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, with a focus on humanitarian claims.
  • Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.

**Benefits:**

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of unaccompanied children.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.


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