National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 10 hours ago
Immigration Attorney
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelJustice 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 as part of their newly established Immigration Law Unit, focusing on immigration legal services for humanitarian and family-based relief.
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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
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.
Founded in 1911
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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