KAFSC (Korean American Family Service Center) · 14 hours ago
Staff Attorney
Queens, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expThe Korean American Family Service Center (KAFSC) is a leading non-profit organization serving the New York tri-state area, dedicated to empowering women, children, and families. KAFSC seeks a compassionate Staff Attorney with expertise in family and immigration law to provide legal assistance to AAPI survivors of gender-based violence, ensuring culturally appropriate support and advocacy.
CommunitiesNon ProfitSocial
Hiring Manager
Jenny An
Responsibilities
Provide culturally sensitive legal consultations and representation in family law matters, including orders of protection, child custody and support, and divorce
Assist clients with immigration-related legal matters such as VAWA self-petitions, U-Visas, T-Visas, and adjustment of status
Draft and review legal documents in accordance with applicable laws, ethical obligations, and professional standards
Comply with all applicable legal, ethical, and professional responsibility standards, including confidentiality, conflict-of-interest rules, and attorney-client privilege
Conduct legal intakes, assessments, and ongoing case management using a trauma-informed approach that respects client confidentiality, safety, and dignity
Collaborate closely with KAFSC’s social workers, counselors, and case managers to develop coordinated and holistic support plans responsive to client needs
Maintain accurate, timely, and well-organized case files, and track case activity and outcomes in accordance with organizational policies, professional obligations, and applicable reporting requirements
Lead workshops and training sessions to educate the AAPI community about legal rights and available resources
Build and sustain partnerships with legal service providers, community-based organizations, and government agencies to strengthen referrals and service coordination
Participate in ongoing legal training, professional development, and internal meetings to stay current on relevant areas of law and best practices in serving survivors
Advocate on behalf of immigrant survivors within the legal system to address barriers and improve access to justice
Participate in coalitions, working groups, and policy discussions related to immigrant rights, family law, and gender-based violence, as appropriate
Contribute to the development and refinement of legal services procedures, templates, and internal workflows, as appropriate
Perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope of the position and organizational needs
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active membership in the New York State Bar
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in family and immigration law
Strong commitment to KAFSC's mission of social justice and empowerment for survivors of violence
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Korean language proficiency required
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, culturally diverse environment
Demonstrated professionalism, empathy, and sound judgement, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters
Preferred
Experience working with survivors of gender-based violence strongly preferred
Prior experience serving immigrant and AAPI communities is highly desirable
Proficiency in an additional Asian language is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
27 days of paid time off
14 paid holidays
3% employer 401(k) match for eligible participating employees
Company
KAFSC (Korean American Family Service Center)
Founded in 1989, the Korean American Family Service Center is a leading, nonprofit organization that supports and empowers adults, youth and children to lead safe and healthy lives based on dignity, compassion, and mutual respect.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase