CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California · 4 months ago
Managing Attorney - Immigration
Anaheim, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$101K/yr - $126K/yr
5+ years expCAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California is the largest American Muslim civil rights organization dedicated to protecting the rights of free speech and religious practice. The Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney will manage a full caseload primarily focused on removal defense and asylum cases, oversee staff, and ensure compliance with grant obligations.
Civic & Social Organization
Responsibilities
Manage a full caseload that mostly consists of removal defense and asylum cases
Oversee and delegate work of assigned staff and volunteers to ensure their success by providing training and guidance as needed
Provide full-scope representation before various jurisdiction that include but not limited to DHS (USCIS, ICE, CBP), DOS, EOIR and appeals to federal courts
Prepare immigration applications and petitions for submission to the appropriate agency
Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, legal articles, and legal codes to prepare legal documents such as memos, training material, advisories, motions, and appeals
Train staff in immigration law, representing clients, and preparation of various immigration applications and forms of immigration relief
Manage relationships with partners, donors, grantors, and elected officials as needed to further services to clients
Assist the development department with grant writing to maintain sustainable funding for IRC services while overseeing and supporting the preparation of grant deliverable reports
Support with strategic external messaging on issues of immigration policy and reform for the Immigrants' Rights Center in collaboration with communication and policy department
Help create and supervise outreach and educational strategies to increase the department's impact
Assist the Immigrants' Rights Center's participation on campaigns, projects, and publications such as legal report, annual report, immigrants' rights reception, etc
Monitor and improve issues related to services to manage on-going engagement and client expectations
Assist with updating and maintaining department manual to ensure office procedures and case management system are being followed and improvements are made to ensure efficiency and increase productivity
Help supervise and monitor client referrals to third party legal and social service providers
Under the direction of the senior managing attorney and deputy executive director, participate in and supervise the immigration departments engagement in coalitions advocating for immigrants' rights
Other office duties as needed include, but not limited to, day-to-day operational tasks and assisting with organizational fundraising events
Qualification
Required
Law degree from an American Bar Association accredited school
Licensed to practice law in any state, preferably California
5+ years of experience in immigration rights and legal services
3+ years of experience in removal defense cases is required
3+ years of experience in affirmative relief that includes but not limited to asylum, TPS, family-based petitions, U-visa, SIJS, VAWA, T-visa, adjustment of status, and naturalization is required
3+ years of experience in supervising, mentoring, and/or training attorneys and other staff is required
Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability for meeting deadlines
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail
Ability to be productive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking experience
Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Access to reliable transportation to drive to various Southern California cities for client interviews and hearings
Ability to maintain discretion and client confidentiality
High degree of self-motivation and creativity
A strong commitment to CAIR's mission
Experience in case management software
Basic computer proficiency including knowledge of MS Office Suite
Knowledge of applications such as SharePoint, Office365, OneDrive, Westlaw, LexisNexis and social media applications
Preferred
Fluent/proficient in one of the following languages: Arabic, Farsi/Dari, Pashto, or Urdu
Experience working with nonprofit organizations and the Muslim community
Benefits
100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents
401(k) plan with an employer match
12 vacation days
10 sick days
12 holidays
Hybrid work schedule utilized temporarily with three days in office and two days remote work
Company
CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California
Empowering American Muslims, Advancing Justice: CAIR-SV/CC champions civil liberties, fosters mutual understanding, and stands as a voice for justice and equity.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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