Immigration Law Attorney - Humanitarian Relief & Outreach

Community Legal Aid; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer-paid contribution

Low-cost health insurance (medical, d​

Malpractice insurance

Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 days,

Student loan repayment assistance

Relocation stipend

Job summary

CWJC seeks an attorney to join a vibrant team providing immigration legal assistance in removal defense, VAWA petitions, U and T visas, SIJ petitions, and asylum cases. The attorney will engage in community outreach and trainings, and assist in grant reports. The position is based in CWJC's Springfield office.

The starting salary is $73,000 on a union scale, adjustable up to $109,000 based on experience. Hybrid work environment and generous benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Current third-year law students, new law school graduates, and more experienced lawyers are eligible to apply.
• Prior immigration law experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with diverse communities is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate are important.

Responsibilities

• Provide immigration law services including removal defense, VAWA petitions, U/T visas, SIJ petitions, and asylum.
• Engage in community outreach, consultations, trainings, and grant reporting.

Skills

Spanish

Portuguese

Haitian Creole

Interpersonal skills

Job description

CWJC seeks an attorney to join a vibrant team providing immigration legal assistance in removal defense, VAWA petitions, U and T visas, SIJ petitions, and asylum cases. The attorney will engage in community outreach and trainings, and assist in grant reports. The position is based in CWJC's Springfield office.

The starting salary is $73,000 on a union scale, adjustable up to $109,000 based on experience. Hybrid work environment and generous benefits are offered.