Description:
Job Summary: The Staff Attorney will provide legal services at California State Universities and/or community colleges, An Immigration & Naturalization Service offices, and other offsite locations in the greater Los Angeles and Orange County area.Job Requirements/Essential Functions:
- Conduct and review client intakes for immigration relief at California State Universities and/or community colleges and as-needed at An Immigration & Naturalization Service and other sites.
- Prepare a variety of immigration cases including representing applicants before USCIS and EOIR Immigration Court.
- Assign and review casework to legal support staff including paralegals and administrative assistants.
- Conduct presentations, workshops and other community education activities, including at California State Universities and/or community colleges and offsite locations.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Law degree and active bar (California preferred)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- 2 years of substantive experience in immigration law preferred
- Demonstrated commitment to mission and goals of An Immigration & Naturalization Service
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Commitment to working in a diverse professional environment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Must be willing to conduct community education and workshops
- The position will involve some evening and weekend work
Classification and Work Schedule
The
position is a full-time exempt position. Office hours are 9:00 am to
5:00 pm, Monday – Friday, with flexibility required based on the needs
of the organization. The normal workweek for this full-time exempt
position is 35 hours, but a greater emphasis is placed on meeting the
responsibilities assigned to the position. Exempt employees do not
receive overtime compensation, compensatory time off, or additional
compensation beyond the salary assigned to the position.Work Environment and Physical Demands:
This job operates in a professional office environment. The position requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Work is performed in a variety of work settings, including An Immigration & Naturalization Service's offices, workspace provided by others (including California State Universities and/or community colleges), libraries and other government facilities, among others.
Travel Requirements:
Ability to travel to different California State Universities and/or community colleges, An Immigration & Naturalization Service offices, and other offsite locations. Work may comprise up to 50% of travel time. Mileage reimbursement is available. Ability to drive with a valid CA license and a registered vehicle is preferred.
