Immigration Attorney

32BJ Legal Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

32BJ Legal Services Fund, based in New York, seeks an Immigration Attorney to provide legal services to eligible members and dependents under the union’s Legal Services Plan.

The position reports to the Supervising Attorney and Director of the Legal Services Fund, and requires a JD with bar admission. Prior immigration law experience is preferred; strong writing and oral advocacy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• JD and authorization to practice law in any US state required.
• Experience practicing immigration law preferred.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance, workspace, and demeanor as a representative of the Legal Services Fund.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and exercise sound legal judgment, with the guidance of supervising attorneys.
• Ability to appear before courts and agencies and present oral and written arguments effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively and handle multiple demands in a busy environment.
• Outstanding communication, analytical, research and writing skills.
• Ability to navigate legal software effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to members before USCIS, EOIR and the Department of State and related venues
• Conduct intakes and determine an appropriate course of action, in collaboration with the Supervising Attorneys
• Prepare immigration forms, motions, briefs and other legal documents
• Draft, review and edit documents and correspondence
• Review case progress with supervisors and provide regular summaries of case status
• Obtain and review case records through FOIA and similar requests
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients and administrative agencies
• Maintain timely and detailed records in a case management software
• Conduct legal research
• Train and supervise (work product only) legal assistants, paralegals and interns
• Monitor and analyze changes in substantive and procedural law
• Understand case matters covered under the Legal Service Plan
• Maintain confidential materials for all clients
• Attend member information meetings under supervision and travel as required
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings

Skills

Legal drafting

Oral advocacy

Communication skills

Case management software

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in any US state

Tools

Cerenade

Job description

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Immigration Attorney

Full Time Full Time New York, NY, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 2120

Salary Range: $90,854.87 To $140,000.00 Annually

Job Code
182

Department Name
Legal Fund Immigration

Reports To
Supervising Attorney and Director of the Legal Services Fund

FLSA Status
Exempt

Compensation Clarification:

The salary for this position is determined based on specific factors, including but not limited to the candidate's years of admission to the Bar, relevant professional experience, education, skills, overall qualifications, and other relevant considerations. The final salary offer will be determined following a comprehensive review of these factors and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and any applicable side letters.

Union Code
232

Management
No

About Us:

Building Services 32BJ Benefit Funds "the Funds" is the umbrella organization responsible for administering Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training, and Legal Services benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members. Our mission is to make significant contributions to the lives of our members by providing high quality benefits and services. Through our commitment, we embody five core values: Flexibility, Initiative, Respect, Sustainability, and Teamwork (FIRST). By following our core values, employees are open to different and new ways of doing things, take active steps to improve the organization, create an environment of trust and respect, approach their work with the intent of a positive outcome, and work collaboratively with colleagues.

The Funds oversees and manages $9 billion of dollars in assets, which are made up of many, varied and complex funds. The dollars come from a number of sources, including the property owners who pay into the funds on behalf of their employees, and as such, requires those who oversee and manage the money to be highly skilled financial management people.

For 2025 and beyond, 32BJ Benefit Funds will continue to drive innovation, equity, and technology insights to further help the lives of our hard-working members and their families. We use cutting edge technology such as: M365, Dynamics 365 CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, AWS, SQL, Snowflake, QlikView, and more.

Please take a moment to watch our video to learn more about our culture and contributions to our members: youtu.be/hYNdMGLn19A

Job Summary:

The 32BJ Legal Services Fund provides legal advice and representation to eligible 32BJ members and their eligible dependents. Reporting to the Supervising Attorneys and the Director of the Legal Services Fund, the Staff Attorney will provide legal services to the members and eligible dependents of Building Service 32BJ who are eligible under the union’s Legal Services Plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal representation to members before USCIS, EOIR and the Department of State and related venues
• Conduct intakes and determine an appropriate course of action, in collaboration with the Supervising Attorneys
• Prepare immigration forms, motions, briefs and other legal documents
• Draft, review and edit documents and correspondence
• Review case progress with supervisors and provide regular summaries of case status
• Obtain and review case records through Freedom of Information Act and similar record requests
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients and administrative agencies
• Maintain timely and detailed records in a case management software
• Conduct legal research
• Train and supervise (work product only) legal assistants, paralegals and legal interns
• Monitor and analyze changes in substantive and procedural law
• Understand case matters covered under the Legal Service Plan
• Maintain confidential materials for all clients
• Attend member information meetings under the direction of supervisory personnel, including travel as required
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings

Qualifications (Competencies):

• JD and authorization to practice law in any US state required
• Experience practicing immigration law preferred
• Ability to maintain professional appearance, workspace, and demeanor as a representative of the Legal Services Fund
• Ability to analyze complex issues and exercise sound legal judgment, with the assistance and guidance of supervising attorneys
• Ability to appear before courts and agencies and present oral and written arguments in a persuasive and effective manner
• Ability to work collaboratively and handle multiple demands in a busy environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with members, colleagues, adjudicators, opposing counsel and judges
• Outstanding communication, analytical, research and writing skills
• Ability to navigate legal software effectively
• Experience with Cerenade or other similar case management programs preferred
• Ability to electronically file documents and cases with administrative agencies and courts
• The work environment described here is representative of the environment an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.