Immigration Attorney

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Immigration Attorney
The candidate will be responsible for: Conduct client intake, prepare applications and petitions for submission to the appropriate agency. Represent clients before the USCIS, EOIR, and federal courts. Assist other legal staff with client representation and legal research. Manage caseload and supervise related casework. Oversee efforts to strengthen program policies and procedures. Oversee work of volunteers, including law students and pro bono attorneys. Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including planning and conducting legal clinics. Working in, leading, or forming coalitions with other organizations and collaborating with immigrant communities. Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, legal articles, and legal codes. Prepare legal documents such as memos, motions, and appeals. Assess clients for other civil legal service and immigration-related needs and provide in-house referrals. Assist other staff in the production of internal and external reports. Write and secure grants from foundations and corporations to support immigrants’ rights work. Market immigration services. Must have Law degree from an American Bar Association accredited school. Member in good standing of NY State bar. Should have 3+ years of immigration law experience, specifically in areas of naturalization, family petitions, religious and student visas, asylum, and removal. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking experience. Should have experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Basic computer proficiency including knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook, and WestLaw Next. Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint and Office365 essential. Arabic, Farsi, or Urdu proficiency preferred. Experience working with non-profit organizations desired.

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