Immigrant Protection Professional

3 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States NYLAG Full time

About NYLAG

NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization that advocates for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. We provide comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships to promote economic justice and disrupt systemic racism.

The Position

The New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) seeks a highly motivated Spanish or French-speaking Staff Attorney for a full-time position in the Immigrant Protection Unit. The successful candidate will have expertise in removal defense, including asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the Convention Against Torture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent immigrants, unaccompanied minors, and family units in removal proceedings before EOIR.
  • Conduct legal screenings and provide advice, consultation, advocacy, and brief services to potential clients.
  • Prepare and file forms, affidavits, and other supporting documents for submission to USCIS, the Immigration Court, and New York Family Court.

What We Look For

  • Admission to the New York State bar is preferred.
  • Juris Doctorate from an accredited school.
  • Fluency in Spanish or French required.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working in removal defense required.

Our Benefits

NYLAG offers a competitive salary range of $79,045-$84,452, plus medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care. Our team is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from candidates who share our values.



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