Senior Director of Strategic Litigation and Advocacy

5 days ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) Full time

At Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES), we are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our strategic litigation efforts.

The Senior Director of Strategic Litigation and Advocacy will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of our litigation strategy, as well as leading a team of experienced attorneys and staff.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join our team and contribute to the advancement of social justice in the United States.

We offer a competitive salary range of $145,000 - $165,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

About the Role

The Senior Director of Strategic Litigation and Advocacy will serve as the lead attorney and strategist for RAICES' litigation efforts, working closely with our Executive Team and other departments to advance our mission.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex and sophisticated litigation in federal and appellate courts, as well as expertise in immigration law and policy.

They will also possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and work in coalitions, and to grow and maintain effective individual and institutional relationships.

  • Lead the development and implementation of RAICES' litigation strategy, including assessing and developing new cases and initiatives.
  • Serve as the lead attorney and strategist for RAICES' litigation efforts, working closely with the Executive Team and other departments to advance the organization's mission.
  • Manage and supervise a team of experienced attorneys and staff, providing ongoing coaching and mentoring.
  • Collaborate with other Legal Units to facilitate information-sharing and coach/train other units and lawyers.
  • Build and steward strategically advantageous relationships with external partners, stakeholders, co-counsel, and other external consultants.

In addition to the above responsibilities, the Senior Director of Strategic Litigation and Advocacy will:

  • Develop and implement performance metrics with clear accountabilities, measures for success, and desired outcomes that align with team and organizational goals.
  • Ensure team members adhere to all policies & procedures by providing relevant training – including legal ethics – and the most up-to-date guidance regarding immigration law, trends, and policies.
  • Participate in reviewing grant/contract funding opportunities for RAICES, and maintain a strong, working knowledge of awarded grant/contract requirements to ensure compliance and promote best practices.
About Us

Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) is a Texas-headquartered nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive legal and social services to immigrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking people and families.

We believe in a country where everyone has access to legal and social services — no matter where you come from. A place where people don't have to go to court to face a giant institution on their own. A place where people don't have to navigate a maze of local, state, and federal bureaucracies created to keep them out.



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