Staff Attorney

6 hours ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States KIND Full time
About KIND

KIND is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Our mission is to ensure that every child's rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. We achieve this by providing expert legal services, building strong partnerships, and advocating for systemic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Staff Attorney to join our team in providing expert legal services to unaccompanied children. The successful candidate will provide direct legal representation to KIND clients, as well as mentoring and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys. The Staff Attorney will also supervise interns and non-attorney staff, and contribute to the overall functioning of the office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct legal representation to KIND clients, including conducting client interviews, appearing in court, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
  • Mentor and provide technical assistance to pro bono attorneys, including providing robust consultation and training on immigration law and procedure.
  • Supervise interns and non-attorney staff, including onboarding, skills training, and performance evaluations.
  • Contribute to the development of pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets.
  • Represent KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.

Requirements

  • J.D. and admission to the local state bar.
  • Fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, including representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
  • Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
  • Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.

Benefits

KIND offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. We also prioritize wellness and offer mindfulness and wellness trainings, wellness platforms, and employee assistance and resilience programs.
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