Immigration Lawyer
1 week ago
We are seeking an Immigration Attorney to join our team at Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans.
**Job Summary:**
The Immigration Attorney will provide critical legal representation to immigrant clients in various proceedings, including asylum cases, family-based petitions, naturalization, and other forms of immigration relief. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work independently under deadline pressure, and a commitment to serving individuals from diverse backgrounds.
**Responsibilities:**
- Represent clients in immigration court and family court for SIJ cases
- Prepare cases for submission to USCIS, including applications for asylum, SIJ status, VAWA/T/U nonimmigrant status, and family-based petitions
- Draft personal statements, prepare immigration forms, write briefs, and draft court motions and orders
- Advocate with law enforcement and other agencies on behalf of clients
- Supervise legal assistants and volunteers as needed
- Participate in program-wide and grant-specific data collection
- Collaborate with community-based organizations and provide public education in the community
**Requirements:**
- Juris Doctor degree with active membership in a State Bar required; Louisiana license preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (writing and speaking) required
- Two years or more experience practicing immigration law, or other relevant experience preferred
- Experience working with children and/or survivors of abuse and trauma preferred
- Ability to manage a substantial workload with deadline pressures
- Competence in communicating and interacting with others of diverse cultural, geographic, and economic backgrounds
- Basic Microsoft Office skills and online database software proficiency required
**Benefits and Compensation:
This is a full-time exempt position, contingent upon grant funding. The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 per year, commensurate with experience. We also offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
Candidates must successfully complete required background checks and clearings. To apply, please visit http://www.ccano.org/employment/.
