Job Description

Title: Staff Attorney Immigration Legal Services

Location: Bronx

Reports to: Executive Director Legal Services

Status: Full-time

Salary: $105,000/annual

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced immigration attorney. The successful candidate will have a passion for immigration law and a commitment to providing exceptional legal services to clients from diverse backgrounds. Great opportunity for someone who wants to make an impact in the lives of immigrants and their families.

Key Responsibilities are as follows, but not limited to:

• Advising clients on immigration laws and procedures, including asylum applications, naturalization, family-based petitions and removal proceedings.
• Representing clients in immigration court and before U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS).
• Preparing and filing immigration applications, including petitions for visas, permanent residency and citizenship.
• Conducting legal research and draft legal briefs.
• Communicating regularly with clients and updating them on the status of the case.
• Staying up to date with the latest changes in immigration laws and regulations.
• Conduct free consultations twice a week.
• Review the Immigration Navigator’s work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to travel to multiple NYC sites as needed.

Work Environment / Schedule Requirements:

• This is a full-time exempt position while standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, exempt employees are expected to work the hours necessary to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on organizational needs deadlines or event events.”

Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English for administrative purposes.
• Must pass drug screening to be appointed.
• This position may be subject to a series of investigations before and after appointment.
• An attorney in good standing in New York State with 3 or more years’ experience practicing immigration law, including trial experience.
• Admitted to NYS Bar and eligible to practice law.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with immigration court.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.

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