Immigration Attorney — Community Impact & Flexible Schedule

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland is seeking an attorney to provide competent immigration law counsel to clients in our service area. You will interview, screen, advise, and represent clients in USCIS, EOIR, BIA, and DHS matters.

The role requires managing a full caseload, maintaining files, and collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and volunteers. Travel within the service area and a flexible schedule may be required.

Qualifications

• J.D. or L.L.M. from an accredited US law school.
• Must be at least 21 years old at hire.
• Foreign language fluency strongly preferred.
• Experience in immigration law preferred; law school experience considered.
• Experience working cross-culturally; comfortable with language barriers.
• Active license in good standing or bar exam pending; Ohio admission when eligible.
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage a full caseload with multiple projects.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Self-directed, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, holidays or weekends.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License; MVR check required.
• Proficient with computers and MS Office.
• Fingerprinting and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Interview and screen clients for legal services and provide brief advice and legal counsel.
• Prepare submissions and represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, and DHS agencies.
• Maintain caseloads and case status in management software; keep files current.
• Respond promptly to calls, messages, and requests from clients and agencies.
• Travel to government facilities, detention facilities, parishes, and communities as needed.
• Comply with professional conduct; maintain client confidentiality.
• Stay current on immigration law statutes, regulations, and procedures.
• Assist in grant-funded programs and fee-based legal initiatives.
• Collaborate with attorneys, BIA representatives, paralegals, staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Client interviews

Caseload management

Written & oral communication

Cross-cultural communication

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

J.D./LL.M. from an accredited US law school

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland is seeking an attorney to provide competent immigration law counsel to clients in our service area. You will interview, screen, advise, and represent clients in USCIS, EOIR, BIA, and DHS matters.

The role requires managing a full caseload, maintaining files, and collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and volunteers. Travel within the service area and a flexible schedule may be required.