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Lead Immigration Counsel

2 months ago

San Francisco, California, United States The Bar Association of San Francisco Full time

The Justice and Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco (JDC) is seeking a seasoned immigration attorney with a strong background in removal defense to take on the role of Supervising Attorney within our Immigrant Legal Defense Program (ILDP). This position involves collaborating closely with educational institutions to deliver comprehensive legal assistance, coordination, intake, referrals, and various services to students and their families.

This role is hybrid, necessitating a minimum of two in-office days each week, along with periodic visits to educational facilities for direct service delivery. Attendance may also be required for essential meetings or court appearances as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill essential functions.

  • Conduct initial assessments and intake for students and their families to identify their legal needs and provide suitable referrals for legal and social services.
  • Offer personalized legal consultations, which include providing Know Your Rights information, determining eligibility for relief, offering legal advice, and making targeted referrals for comprehensive representation.
  • Accompany students and their families to court as part of the Attorney of the Day program.
  • Deliver limited legal services while families await full representation, including assistance with work permit applications, asylum filings, and various motions.
  • Organize and facilitate clinics, presentations on rights, and legal orientations for students and their families.
  • Collaborate with educational staff and social workers to evaluate the legal needs of newcomer students and tailor services accordingly.
  • Create community-oriented materials to help families navigate the immigration process.
  • Provide full representation for a select number of students and their families in immigration court and before USCIS.
  • Represent eligible students in California Superior Court for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status cases.
  • Maintain accurate records in the case management system to meet reporting requirements.
  • Supervise two Legal Services Coordinators, including training new staff on application preparation and filing.
  • Recruit, train, and support pro bono volunteers.
  • Engage in additional programmatic activities to support the ILDP and JDC.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Travel to educational facilities to provide on-site services.
  • Represent JDC in community settings and collaborate with partners to identify and develop resources for students and their families.
  • Participate in the Rapid Response Network as an on-call attorney.

Work Environment:

Responsibilities will be carried out in a professional office setting during standard business hours, with occasional travel to various educational institutions for service delivery. The position involves significant telephone and computer use.

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • Valid California license to practice law.

Experience:

  • Minimum of five years practicing immigration law, particularly in removal proceedings.
  • Familiarity with Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, TPS, and DACA.
  • At least one year of supervisory experience.

Required Skills:

  • Fluency in English and Spanish, with proficiency in additional languages being a plus.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds in a culturally competent manner.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and familiar with Google Workspace.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

JDC is committed to equal opportunity in employment and conducts all employment-related activities without discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by applicable laws. We embrace diversity in the workplace.