Amica Center for Immigrant Rights · 2 months ago
Staff Attorney, Detained Adult Program
Washington,DC,US
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$62K/yr - $70K/yr
0+ years expAmica Center for Immigrant Rights is a non-profit organization focused on providing legal assistance to immigrants in detention. The Staff Attorney in the Detained Adult Program will manage a caseload of legal services for detained clients, advocate for their rights, and mentor pro bono attorneys.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of in-house direct legal representation of detained clients in removal proceedings mainly before the Annandale, Baltimore, Elizabeth and Sterling Immigration Courts and other courts as needed
Provide expert mentoring to outside pro bono attorneys representing detained immigrants on a pro bono basis
Prepare Post Release Plans and social service plans, in coordination with social services staff
Research, engage, and prepare experts on health, behavioral health, and country conditions
Conduct government detention center visits as needed to prepare clients for their immigration hearings
Conduct individual intakes with immigrants at the detention facilities or remotely as necessary
Provide necessary follow-up after intakes to evaluate program eligibility and eligibility for relief, including performing research, securing criminal/juvenile delinquency records and obtaining additional information from family and community members
Ensure the inputting and accuracy of data and case information into shared databases in a timely fashion
Assist other program staff in completion of their workload during high-work/low-bandwidth periods
Take part in stakeholder relationship activities, including in-person and telephonic meetings with community groups, governmental bodies and representatives, and other legal service providers
Engage with internal Amica Center committees and working groups to lend a voice to the growth and strategy of the organization if so desired
Undertake own administrative functions, including casework (e.g., preparation of all aspects of filings)
Coordinate with all internal DAP Programs to ensure all programs are kept abreast of developments and clients
Qualification
Required
JD and 0-3 years of relevant experience with at least one year of immigration law preferred
Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing with a state bar
Written and oral Spanish proficiency required, fluency preferred
Ability to manage a docket of detained removal defense cases
Strong trial advocacy skills preferred
Possess a valid driver's license and be comfortable operating a vehicle upon hiring
Benefits
Free gym access located in Washington, D.C (dependent on employee’s primary office)
Flexible working hours after successful completion of trainings and with approval of supervisor
Pre-tax commuter benefits for those living in the DMV
Subsidized health, dental insurance, and vision insurance (Amica Center pays a very high rate of the insurance package, for which we can provide additional information)
Life Insurance valued at $50,000, as well as long- and short-term disability
The option to set up a Flexible Spending Account
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a one-time employer contribution of $350 to the Health Savings Account (HSA)
The option to set up a 403(b) savings account (the equivalent of a 401(k) account for non-profit organizations) which the organization has the option, for all employees on an annual basis, to match at a certain percentage after one year of continuous employment
Paid time off includes: 23 personal days per calendar year, Up to 20 days of sick time per calendar year, 7 hours of volunteer time off, Federal holidays, Winter break closure, 12 weeks of parental leave
Company
Amica Center for Immigrant Rights
Amica Center for Immigrant Rights engages in unwavering legal defense and strategic litigation for immigrants facing detention or deportation, regardless of background, because everyone has the right to be free, safe, and supported.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kathy Doan
Chief Executive Officer
Adina Appelbaum, Esq., M.P.P., AFC®
Founder & Program Director, Immigration Impact Lab
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