Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc. · 1 month ago
Attorney (Immigration Law)
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit charitable law firm dedicated to ensuring equal access to the justice system for low-income residents. The Attorney will provide immigration representation to low-income residents, focusing on victims of violent crime and domestic violence, while also handling case preparation and legal documentation.
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Responsibilities
Represents clients in immigration matters before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Executive Office for Immigration Review
Handles all aspects of immigration case preparation from beginning to end
Conducts interviews of clients at the office and at outreach locations
Assesses eligibility for project representation and options for immigration benefits
Investigates and develops cases, including conducting necessary interviews and consulting appropriate agencies and resources
Drafts letters, memos, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents and written materials as necessary
Performs legal research
Ensures compliance with case count and billing requirements as required by project funders
Maintains accurate and complete records and files regarding cases. Opens and closes files, enters billing and detailed case notes in case management databases
Makes referrals to appropriate alternative or additional sources of assistance
Develops a working knowledge of immigration law and procedure as it pertains to humanitarian relief with an emphasis on options for victims of domestic violence, victims of violent crime and victims of human trafficking
May be required to develop and conduct occasional informational presentations for partner agencies
Attends staff and other meetings in the community as assigned
Maintains confidentiality of all information
Complies with all unit and agency policies and procedures
Must work the days and hours to perform all assigned tasks and be punctual and timely in meeting all performance requirements, including but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines
Must maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees and clients of the organization. Works with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere
Assists the Executive Director and/or supervisor with special projects, assignments and any additional duties as deemed appropriate or as needed
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from A.B.A. accredited law school
Member in good standing of a bar association within the United States
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Excellent verbal and written skills
Must pass Level 2 background screening and internal conflict check process
Ability to engage in public speaking when necessary
Commitment to remain in position for at least one (1) year
Dependability, initiative, motivation, and concern for interests of clients
Strong, positive interpersonal skills
Good judgment and organization
Ability to work independently and responsibly
High ethical standards
Preferred
Knowledge of immigration law preferred but not required
Benefits
Vacation leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment) and increases to 3 weeks a year after two years of employment.
Sick leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment).
11-13 paid holidays per year (depending on court schedule).
Health, dental and vision insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).
Employer paid short-term disability/long-term disability and life insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).
Employer matches up to 5% of 401K plan contribution (eligible after one year of service).
Salary paid bi-weekly by direct deposit.
Mileage and reimbursements processed weekly.
Law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.
Company
Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.
The Legal Aid Society was founded in 1949 with a mission of providing equal access to our judicial system to the disadvantaged living in Palm Beach County.
Founded in 1949
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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