Immigration Attorney: Refugee Relief & EOIR Expert

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is seeking an Immigration Staff Attorney to provide full representation in U.S. immigration matters. The role focuses on refugees and humanitarian parolees, with screenings, referrals, and team collaboration in Southeastern Connecticut (Norwich and/or New London).

In-person work in Greenwich, CT, with supervision of interns and staff as needed. The attorney will handle naturalization, asylum, and humanitarian relief, file with USCIS, appear in EOIR

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active license to practice law in the United States (Connecticut bar or eligible for reciprocity preferred).
• Demonstrated experience with EOIR policies, procedures, and filing, including removal defense before Immigration Court.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal representation in immigration matters, including naturalization, adjustment of status, asylum, and humanitarian relief.
• Offer empathetic and culturally sensitive legal support to clients, including refugees and individuals with humanitarian parole.
• Conduct legal screenings and assessments to determine eligibility for immigration relief.
• Prepare and file applications with USCIS and represent clients in interviews and proceedings before EOIR.
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation and reporting.
• Provide leadership and supervision to interns, volunteers, and junior staff involved in immigration casework.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is seeking an Immigration Staff Attorney to provide full representation in U.S. immigration matters. The role focuses on refugees and humanitarian parolees, with screenings, referrals, and team collaboration in Southeastern Connecticut (Norwich and/or New London).

In-person work in Greenwich, CT, with supervision of interns and staff as needed. The attorney will handle naturalization, asylum, and humanitarian relief, file with USCIS, appear in EOIR