National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 1 week ago
Bilingual Staff Attorney (Rural Immigrant Justice)
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$85K/yr - $155K/yr
2+ years expNorthwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) is a nationally-recognized legal services organization dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of immigrants. They are seeking full-time bilingual Staff Attorneys to provide direct representation and community outreach to immigrant community members seeking immigration protections.
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Responsibilities
Provide direct representation to individuals in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court, on appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals or before the federal courts, and before the Department of Homeland Security
Provide direct representation to persons submitting affirmative applications with USCIS and the Department of State
Provide direct representation to persons in State court proceedings (specific to attorneys admitted in WA State and working with children and youth seeking Special Immigrant Juvenile classification)
Conduct presentations, workshops, legal clinics, and intakes, by phone and in person
Conduct case analysis to determine eligibility for immigration protections/status under the immigration laws
Maintain a working knowledge of significant policies, laws, practices, and trends in immigration law, particularly as it impacts low-income immigrants and those impacted by the criminal justice system
Establish, organize, and maintain files up to date
Perform administrative tasks related to grant reporting such as timekeeping, submitting timesheets, tracking training, and other duties in a timely manner
Participate in NWIRP’s outreach, community education, and development efforts; and
Perform other tasks and responsibilities assigned by supervisory staff depending upon NWIRP’s needs
Qualification
Required
Law degree
Admission to the bar of any state in the U.S
Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights and eagerness to support NWIRP's mission, vision and values
Excellent writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ability to provide trauma-informed and culturally-inclusive legal representation
Commitment to creating a welcoming, professional, and inclusive environment for staff and clients, and to working with a diverse community in a challenging environment
Fluency in in English and Spanish, and additional languages are encouraged
Strong ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Proficiency in use of web-based software, Microsoft Office applications (including Word and Excel), and web peer-to-peer communication platforms; familiarity with G-suite tools (Google Docs, Google Sheets and Gmail)
Sound judgment and decision-making skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to take on a substantive caseload
A valid driver's license is required to meet travel expectations
Preferred
Prior immigration law and removal experience
Prior experience working with survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault
Experience handling a high-volume caseload
Benefits
Fully paid health, vision and dental plans for employee-level coverage with employer-funded HRA and HSA options
FSA and Dependent Care accounts
Automatic, employer contribution of 3% to 403(b) retirement plan
Generous paid health-related leave (12 days per year)
Generous paid vacation (16 days during your first year)
12 weeks of paid parental leave after 6 months of employment, plus the ability to extend with State-paid leave
14 paid Holidays with the ability to float 5 holidays
Employer-paid disability, life, AD&D and long-term care insurance
4 weeks of paid sabbatical after every five years of employment at NWIRP
Eligibility to earn compensatory time
Opportunities for paid professional development
New employees may be eligible for a relocation bonus, per the CBA
Free onsite parking for Granger and Wenatchee Offices
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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