Bilingual Staff Attorney (Rural Immigrant Justi...

Inside Philanthropy; Wenatchee, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NWIRP seeks full-time English-Spanish bilingual attorneys to join its Granger or Wenatchee offices. You will provide direct representation before immigration courts and USCIS, conduct outreach, and handle a variety of immigration matters including detention cases. A two-year commitment is expected, with start in Fall 2027.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally inclusive representation, strong writing, and collaboration with a diverse team. Hybrid work is expected in Washington state.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in any U.S. state; bar in WA preferred.
• Fluency in English and Spanish; additional languages encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct representation in immigration removal proceedings and related appeals.
• Offer consultations to clients on USCIS and immigration court matters.
• Conduct community outreach and legal clinics to educate immigrant communities.

Skills

English/Spanish fluency

Excellent writing

Oral advocacy

Independent工作能力

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

G-Suite

Job description

Description:

Summary:

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) seeks full-time English-Spanish bilingual attorneys to join NWIRP's offices in Granger or Wenatchee. Applicants must be fluent in English and Spanish. Additional languages are encouraged. The selected applicants must be able to start their position in 2027, by Fall 2027, with an exact start date to be determined. A minimum two-year commitment to the position is expected.

As a staff attorney, you will offer direct representation, individual consultations, and community outreach and education to immigrant community members seeking immigration protections before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and immigration courts. You may also handle additional immigration matters, including cases involving individuals in immigration detention.

About Northwest Immigrant Rights Project:

Founded in 1984, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (nwirp) Is a Nationally-Recognized Legal Services Organization on The Front Lines of Defending and Advancing the Rights of Immigrants. with Over 200 Employees, Nwirp Provides Direct Legal Representation and Assistance in Immigration Matters to Thousands of People with Low Incomes Who Come from Over 150 Countries and Speak Over 60 Different Languages.

Nwirp Challenges Unjust Policies Through High-Impact Lawsuits and Advocates for Laws and Policies that Respect the Rights of Immigrants. Nwirp Is Also a Trusted Provider of Immigration-Related Community Education for Immigrant Communities and Social Service Providers. Nwirp Serves the Community Through Four Offices in Washington State (granger, Seattle, Tacoma and Wenatchee), but The Impact of Our Work Is Felt Nationwide.

Nwirp's Granger Office Is Located in The Small Rural City Surrounded by Orchards and Vineyards in Yakima County, and Is 25 Miles Southeast of Yakima, Wa. Granger Is 49 Miles East of Benton/franklin County, Which Is Home to Three Major Cities Also Known as The "tri-Cities" and Boasts Numerous Wineries and Water Activities Along the Yakima, Snake, and Columbia Rivers. from This Location, the Office Serves Clients from Across Central and Eastern Washington. Our Work Involves Direct Representation in Various Forms of Immigration Protections, Including Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, Humanitarian Relief Under Vawa and Tvpra, Family-Based, Naturalization, and Representations for Children and Youth. This Office Has a Current Staff of 17 and Serves a Client Base Consisting Largely of Farmworkers and Their Families. Nwirp's Granger Office Is Housed Within a Community Center Which Includes a Public Spanish Language Radio Station, Social Services Providers, and A Seasonal Farmer's Market.

Nwirp's Wenatchee Office Is Located in The Heart of Washington State, Nestled in The Foothills of The Cascade Mountain Range, and At the Confluence of The Columbia and Wenatchee Rivers. the Greater Wenatchee Area (https://www.visitwenatchee.org/) Is Home to 125,000 Residents. with Its Scenic Orchards and Growing Wine Industry, Wenatchee Also Boasts Easy Access to Rivers, Lakes, Hiking Trails, and Its Own Downhill Ski Resort, Mission Ridge. the Current Staff of 17 Serves Clients from Central and Northeastern Washington and Its Client Base Consists Largely of Farmworkers and Their Families.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Representation to Individuals in Removal Proceedings Before the Immigration Court, on Appeal to The Board of Immigration Appeals or Before the Federal Courts, and Before the Department of Homeland Security;
• Provide Direct Representation to Persons Submitting Affirmitive Applications with Uscis and The Department of State;
• Conduct Presentations, Workshops, Legal Clinics, and Intakes, by Phone and In Person;
• Conduct Case Analysis to Determine Eligibility for Immigration Protections/status Under the Immigration Laws;
• Maintain a Working Knowledge of Significant Policies, Laws, Practices, and Trends in Immigration Law, Particularly as It Impacts Low-Income Immigrants and Those Impacted by The Criminal Justice System;
• Establish, Organize, and Maintain Up-To-Date Files;
• Perform Administrative Tasks Related to Grant Reporting Such as Timekeeping, Submitting Timesheets, Tracking Training, and Other Duties in A Timely Manner;
• Participate in Nwirp's Outreach, Community Education, and Development Efforts; And,
• Perform Other Tasks and Responsibilities Assigned by Supervisory Staff Depending upon Nwirp's Needs.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Law Degree;
• Admission to The Bar of Any State in The U.S.;
• Demonstrated Commitment to Immigrant Rights and Eagerness to Support Nwirp's Mission, Vision and Values; (https://www.nwirp.org/about/mission/)
• Excellent Writing, Communication, Interpersonal, and Organizational Skills;
• Ability to Provide Trauma-Informed and Culturally-Inclusive Legal Representation;
• Commitment to Creating a Welcoming, Professional, and Inclusive Environment for Staff and Clients, and To Working with A Diverse Community in A Challenging Environment;
• Fluency in In English and Spanish, and Additional Languages Are Encouraged;
• Strong Ability to Work Independently, as Well as In a Team Environment;
• Proficiency in Use of Web-Based Software, Microsoft Office Applications (including Word and Excel), and Web Peer-To-Peer Communication Platforms; Familiarity with G-Suite Tools (google Docs, Google Sheets and Gmail);
• Prior Immigration Law and Removal Experience Preferred;
• Prior Experience Working with Survivors of Domestic Violence or Sexual Assault Is Preferred;
• Experience Handling a High-Volume Caseload Preferred;
• Sound Judgment and Decision-Making Skills;
• Strong Organizational Skills;
• Ability to Take on A Substantive Caseload, And;
• The Applicant Must Have a Valid Driver's License as The Position Involves Some Travel.

Physical Demands

While Performing the Duties of This Job, the Employee Is Regularly Required to Sit, Stand and Walk; Use Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel; Reach with Hands and Arms; Talk and Hear; Utilize a Phone, Computer, Keyboard, Pen, and Paper. Occasional Work on Night and Weekend Hours. Travel May Be Required. Travel Reimbursements Apply.

Emotional Demands

While Performing the Duties of This Job, the Employee Is Regularly Required to Discuss Topics Including, but Not Limited, to Discrimination; Child Abuse, Neglect, Abandonment; Domestic Abuse; Violence, and Psychological Trauma. Occasional Work in A Detention Center Environment.

The Anticipated Hours of Work Are Monday - Friday, 9 Am - 5 Pm, with A 30 - 60 Minute Unpaid Lunch, but Occasional Evening and Weekend Work Hours May Be Required.

At the Time of This Posting, Nwirp Staff Is Operating in A Hybrid Model, and Some In-Office Work Will Be Expected of This Position (at Least Two Full Days per Week).