Justice North · 1 day ago
Immigration Attorney
Northern, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yrJustice North is a nonprofit civil legal aid organization providing free legal services to low-income individuals across northern Minnesota. They are seeking an Immigration Staff Attorney to provide direct legal representation in immigration matters, focusing on humanitarian and family-based relief for eligible clients.
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Responsibilities
Manage an assigned caseload and provide high-quality, client-centered immigration legal services to eligible clients, including representation and advice in LSC-permitted immigration matters, such as:
Family-based immigration petitions and applications
Immigration relief for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other serious crimes, including VAWA self-petitions and U visa-related representation
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) matters
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) applications and renewals, where permitted
Lawful permanent resident-related matters, including adjustment of status and naturalization
Immigration-related legal issues connected to housing stability, family safety, and access to public benefits, consistent with LSC regulations
Representing clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other administrative agencies, and appearing in immigration court where permitted and appropriate
Conducting legal research and applying sound legal analysis to support effective advocacy and durable outcomes
Collaborating closely with paralegals, interpreters, and other support staff, including appropriate task delegation and supervision
Participating in community legal education, outreach events, and legal clinics serving immigrant and New American communities
Building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, service providers, and advocacy groups
Holistically screening clients for multiple, intersecting legal issues and coordinating referrals within Justice North as appropriate
Complying with timekeeping requirements, LSC regulations, grant conditions, and Justice North policies and procedures
Participating in special projects and program development activities related to the growth of the Immigration Law Unit
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in Minnesota, eligible for admission by motion or reciprocity, or willing to take the next scheduled Minnesota Bar Examination
Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income, immigrant, and vulnerable populations
Strong oral and written advocacy skills, sound professional judgment, and excellent time-management abilities
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Comfort working in a developing practice area and contributing to program growth and innovation
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within Justice North's service area
Preferred
Immigration law experience preferred
Experience working in rural or geographically dispersed communities is preferred but not required
Benefits
Health, dental, life, and disability insurance
A 403(b) retirement plan
Exceptionally generous paid time off
Paid federal holidays
Company
Justice North
Justice North is a nonprofit civil legal aid law firm dedicated to the principle that equal access to justice is a basic human right, regardless of background or circumstances.
Founded in 1952
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
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Dori Rapaport
Executive Director
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