Staff Attorney

2 weeks ago

Oakland, California, United States The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area Full time
Job Summary:

This position supports The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area's mission by providing quality immigration-specific legal service, advice, and representation in support of low-income residents in removal proceedings. The staff attorney will supervise legal work of employees and/or volunteer workers at sites, represent The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area at events and partner organizations, and maintain high standards for legal protocols and record keeping.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management:
Provide legal advice and counsel on immigration issues to low-income residents of in removal proceedings. Represent clients in bond, master calendar, and individual hearings in Immigration Court and, occasionally, before the Board of Immigration Appeals when filing appeals. When applicable to a removal case, represent clients in applications filed with USCIS, such as U Visas, I-130, and I-601A waiver petitions.

Outreach and Group Processing:
Responsible for workshops, clinics, outreach activities, and information sessions on topics related to removal defense for immigrants. Outreach requires occasional evening and weekend events.

Maintain Legal Best Practices:
Comply with The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area's policies, procedures, protocols, and best practices for non-profit immigration law practice, including legal ramifications, maintenance of client files, and data for reporting requirements. Participate in regular peer review meetings and legal trainings.

Ensure Grant Compliance:
Ensure grant requirements are met. Track case progress and outcomes.

Supervise Legal Work:
Train and help supervise administrative support staff, legal interns, and other volunteers.

Community Leadership:
Participate in meetings on behalf of The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area and its partner organizations and collaborators. Collaborate with nonprofit legal and community-based partners.

All Other Duties:
Perform all other duties as needed and/or as directed by supervisor.

Requirements:

Education & Certification:
J.D. from ABA-certified law school or international equivalent. A current Bar Membership in good standing.

Work Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in immigration law, preferably representing clients in removal proceedings. Ability to act independently and to identify and access resources to assist in preparing cases. Ability to handle a high volume of removal defense cases. Comfortable working with minimal supervision. Advanced legal research and writing skills. Dedicated to providing high-quality legal assistance and capable of handling complex legal issues on behalf of low-income immigrant populations. Excellent organizational skills. Exceptional time management skills – ability to meet deadlines. Commitment to serving immigrants and sensitivity to the needs of the low-income, culturally diverse newcomer community. Familiarity with the region and knowledge of local resources, public systems, and area philanthropy preferred. Proficiency in a Windows/PC environment, and able to quickly become proficient in the use of The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area's immigration law software and database. Bi-lingual – English and Spanish fluency required.

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