Immigration Defense Attorney

4 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States CARECEN Full time
Job Title: Removal Defense Attorney

CARECEN of San Francisco is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Removal Defense Attorney to join our team. As a key member of our Immigration Legal Program, you will be responsible for providing direct representation to individuals in removal proceedings, including detained and non-detained cases.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain a caseload of direct representation cases before the Executive Office of Immigration Review
  • Volunteer at the San Francisco Immigration Court Attorney of the Day program
  • Attend Family, Dependency, Delinquency, and Probate Court to obtain SIJS predicate orders for eligible minors
  • Conduct initial client intake/consultations and evaluate eligibility for immigration benefits
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential case files
  • Participate in immigration trainings and advocacy efforts
  • Collaborate with the California Department of Social Services, Immigration Services Bureau (Youth Legal Service removal defense grants) to ensure timely grant reporting and compliance
Requirements:
  • J.D. and a member in good standing of any state bar (California strongly preferred)
  • Minimum of two to three years of experience working as an immigration attorney
  • Strong bi-lingual (English and Spanish) language competency, including the ability to write basic correspondence in Spanish
  • Physical requirements: able to sit and work at a desk for up to 7.5 hours, lift up to 20 lbs, sufficient mobility to work in standard office/courtroom settings
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with low-income immigrant communities
  • Experience working with immigrant youth
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Experience handling asylum, SIJS, and U Visa cases, as well as a broad knowledge of current immigration laws
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health insurance, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) + matching, long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Professional development benefits, including trainings and educational opportunities

CARECEN SF is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and competence. First Peoples, Afro-Latino, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA identified community members are encouraged to apply.



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