Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project · 1 week ago
Staff Attorney II-Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$69K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expEsperanza Immigrant Rights Project is a non-profit law firm providing legal representation and education to immigrants in Southern California. The Staff Attorney II will assist detained and non-detained immigrants in removal proceedings, working on various cases under the supervision of a Managing Attorney and mentoring interns and junior staff.
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Responsibilities
The Staff Attorney II will have the opportunity to work on a variety of cases under the supervision of a Managing Attorney
Representation will include applying for relief such as Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Cancellation of Removal, as well as contesting deportation with innovative legal theories
The Staff Attorney II will take on additional responsibilities including supervision of legal interns and/or law students, mentorship of Staff Attorney I and/or paralegals, participating in collaboratives or stakeholder meetings; advocacy and policy; trainings and education; community engagement, and other special projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate
Active bar admission (California state bar preferred, but not required)
At least two years of experience as an attorney in immigration law required
Interest in working with young, newly arrived immigrants, clients with criminal histories or past gang affiliation, and those suffering from mental illness required
Excellent organizational, case management, legal research, and legal writing skills required
Ability to take initiative and work under pressure
Willingness to be a team-player with an attitude and aptitude for collaboration
Passion for social justice for immigrants and vulnerable communities
Preferred
Commitment to sitting for next available California bar exam preferred
Proficiency in a second language such as Spanish, French, Mandarin, Portuguese, or Mayan Dialect, preferred
Experience working in public interest law
Experience working with vulnerable client populations, such as with children, families, or clients with mental health issues
Experience in community outreach and/or public speaking
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan to include 401a/employer contribution only and 403(b)
Supplemental Insurance (life, Accident, disability insurance, etc.)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Care Spending Account Reimbursement accounts (HAS)
Vacation days – 12 days per year
Sick time – 10 days per year
13 holidays per year for regular f/t & p/t employees
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Cell Phones for those working in Shelters or with Clients outside of the office
Employee Recognition - Annual Staff Appreciation Day Event
Free Parking
Company
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project is a non-profit law firm that provides legal representation to immigrant communities.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
Weingart Foundation
2023-09-01Grant· $0.02M
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