Abogado de inmigración

CENTER FOR INTEGRATION AND ADVANCEM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Center for Integration and Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is seeking an experienced attorney to provide immigration legal services in a community-based setting in Astoria, NY. The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of immigration law experience, a JD from an accredited law school, and a passion for helping new immigrants.

Responsibilities include conducting legal consultations, managing caseloads, and representing clients in court. CIANA offers a competitive salary between $70,000 and $90,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years’ experience practicing immigration law.
• Passed the NY Uniform Bar Exam, fully authorized to practice law in NY State.
• Experience in filing various forms of immigration relief.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal consultations/screenings and determine available relief.
• Schedule and confirm new appointments and maintain caseload.
• Represent clients in immigration and/or family court.

Skills

Juris Doctor (JD)

Immigration law expertise

Research and analysis skills

Mentoring junior staff

Court representation skills

Education

JD degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Competitive salary

About the Role:

The Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a community-based, nonprofit social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.

CIANA is looking for a highly personable, detail-oriented, and experienced attorney to provide immigration legal services in a community-based setting. Applicant must be a self-starter and a team player who is able to work well with a small legal team. This position is in-person at our Astoria, Queens office.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school;
• Passed the NY Uniform Bar Exam and is fully authorized to practice law in NY State,
• 3+ years’ experience practicing immigration law;
• Experience in filing various forms of immigration relief, including but not limited to Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, DACA, Family/Fiancé Petitions, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), TPS, VAWA, Asylum, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS);
• Strong research skills and ability to analyze complex immigration issues effectively;
• Ability to mentor junior staff and interns;
• Strong background and experience with defensive court cases in immigration and family court.

Duties:

• Conduct legal consultations/screenings and determine available relief;
• Schedule and confirm new appointments and maintain caseload;
• Manage correspondence between CIANA, clients, partner organization, and government institutions;
• Document legal cases in CIANA database management system and maintain physical case files;
• Attend trainings and meetings with other organizations;
• Accompany and represent clients in immigration and/or family court.

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year (commensurate with experience).

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference through their legal expertise to apply for this exciting opportunity. Retirees are highly welcome.

Please include a cover letter, your resume, and salary requirements to [e-mail].

For more information about CIANA, please visit our website at www.cianainc.org, and follow us on social media @cianainc.