Staff Attorney

2 weeks ago


Boston, Massachusetts, 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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children in need of legal representation. The successful candidate will provide direct representation to clients, as well as pro bono facilitation, including consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct representation to KIND clients, including legal research, formulating legal strategies, and appearing in court.
  • Offer pro bono facilitation, including consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys.
  • Supervise interns and non-attorney staff, including onboarding, skills training, and performance evaluations.
  • Build relationships with the pro bono community and place cases with pro bono attorneys.
  • Contribute to overall office functioning, including participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings.
Requirements
  • J.D. and admission to the local state bar.
  • Fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, including representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children.
  • Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
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.

Our Focus on Wellness

KIND prioritizes the well-being of our team members, offering mindfulness and wellness trainings, wellness platforms, and employee assistance and resilience programs.


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