Immigration Attorney

{"Job Title": "Immigration Attorney", "Job Summary": "Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is seeking an Immigration Attorney to provide direct legal assistance to our clients and strategic legal advice to our leadership. The successful candidate will work closely with our Program Manager and case management team to provide counsel and assistance with ongoing cases and identify means of supporting Afghans seeking safety in the US or elsewhere.", "Responsibilities": "
\t* Oversee implementation of pro-bono legal services at WAW's Virginia Community Center
\t* Coordinate intake of new clients, legal filings, and preparation for immigration-related interviews
\t* Work closely and collaboratively with caseworkers, educators, and other employees at the organization
\t* Ensure WAW's legal services are fully compliant with all applicable laws and regulations, including grant requirements, while always protecting the confidentiality and best interests of clients
\t* Immediate caseload will include but is not limited to: naturalization, adjustment of status, consular processing, K1 visa, and replacement of documents
\", "Requirements": "
\t* JD or equivalent from an accredited law school in the US or abroad
\t* Admitted to the VA State Bar Association
\t* Minimum 2 years experience with immigration and refugee law
\t* Demonstrated ability to learn complex areas of the law quickly
\t* Demonstrated commitment to gender equity, international human rights, immigration justice, and serving low-income, marginalized people of color highly desired
\t* Pragmatic approach to risk assessment and an ability to approach this legal work with an appropriate sense of urgency and sensitivity
\t* Excellent organizational and program management skills
\t* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of the team
\t* Openness to evolving responsibilities and a rapidly adapting workplace
\t* Access to and ability to activate networks of subject matter and legal experts to inform and shape the work a plus
\t* Fluency in Dari, Spanish and/or Pashto, but not required
\", "Benefits": "
\t* Matching 403(b) plan
\t* Dental insurance
\t* Vision and Health insurance
\t* Life insurance
\t* Paid time off
\", "Location": "Alexandria, VA"}