Safe Horizon · 20 hours ago
Staff Attorney - Immigration Law Project
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$64K/yr - $68K/yr
2+ years expSafe Horizon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals affected by crime and abuse. The Staff Attorney will provide direct legal services in immigration law, conduct presentations, and supervise support staff while working with a trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
CommunitiesHomeless ShelterHumanitarianNon Profit
Responsibilities
Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients
The Staff Attorney is responsible for providing direct legal services, including consultations and representation before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Executive Office for Immigration Review, and for conducting presentations and trainings to internal and external audiences, including community-based organizations and other service-based providers on matters of immigration law
The Staff Attorney also represents the program before USCIS during district stakeholder meetings and collaborates with other organizations on issues pertaining to ILP’s mission
In addition, the Staff Attorney contributes to the supervision and oversight of support staff, volunteers and student interns
Qualification
Required
Must have a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Bar and have at least 2 years of related experience
New graduates who have completed an approved fellowship may be considered
Must be admitted to practice of law in any state in the U.S
Expertise and experience in representing clients in affirmative applications before USCIS and in removal proceedings before the Immigration Courts are essential
Must have prior experience in and/or thorough knowledge of issues affecting survivors of domestic violence, crime, abuse, torture and persecution
Must possess strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to convey legal concepts to lay people
Fluency in Spanish is required
Other foreign language skills may be considered
Must possess strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to convey legal concepts to lay people
The ability to write routine reports, court documents, case notes, pleadings and correspondence in a clear, concise and effective manner is essential
Must be creative and have critical thinking skills
Must be a persuasive and effective communicator
Must possess demonstrated appropriate communications skills with client populations, colleagues and court staff
Problem-solving, prioritizing, time management, team-building and organizational skills are also essential
Must be familiar with legal services, resources and procedures available in New York City
Must possess a knowledge and understanding of economic issues facing domestic violence victims, including but not limited to housing, public benefits and child support
Strong networking skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with various individuals, organizations and government agencies is essential
Preferred
Admission to practice and experience litigating in the federal courts preferred but not required
Prior experience organizing and executing group trainings and information exchanges is preferred
Benefits
Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
Holidays
Medical
Dental
Vision
403(b) Retirement Plan
Company Life Insurance
Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits Program
Gym Reimbursement
Parental Leave
Employee Learning Center
Company
Safe Horizon
Safe Horizon is victim assistance organization provide support, prevent violence, and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lisa A. O'Connor, Ph.D.
Deputy CEO
Denise Hagley
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2025-09-06
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