Senior Staff Attorney, Legal Advocate

7 days ago


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

About the Role:

The Immigration Institute of the Bay Area seeks a seasoned Senior Staff Attorney to provide high-quality immigration legal services to low-income individuals. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing eligibility and risk assessments, full representation, brief service, and legal advice in support of family-based and humanitarian immigration petitions, waivers, U Visas, DACA, DAPA, naturalization, consular processing, adjustments of status, and removal defense.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide complex legal services to clients, including eligibility and risk assessments, full representation, brief service, and legal advice
  • Supervise staff, volunteers, and new hires to ensure seamless delivery of services
  • Develop community relationships through workshops, clinics, outreach activities, and information sessions
  • Maintain high standards for legal protocols and record-keeping
  • Assess fees for services, sign contracts with clients, and work with administrative staff to ensure timely filing of applications
  • Participate in meetings on behalf of IIBA and its partner organizations

Requirements:

  • J.D. from an ABA-certified law school or international equivalent
  • Current Bar membership in good standing
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in immigration law assisting immigrants with U-Visas, VAWA self-petitions, family visa petitions, waivers, DACA, naturalization
  • Advanced legal research and writing skills
  • Dedicated to providing high-quality legal assistance and capable of handling complex legal issues
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Salary and Benefits:

This position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000-$110,000 per year, commensurate with experience. In addition, we offer a generous benefits package, including employer matching 403(B) retirement plan, health, dental, life, vision, chiropractic & acupuncture insurance, medical and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts, 15 days of accrued vacation per year, sick leave, and 15 paid holidays per year.



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