IMMIGRATION LAW ATTORNEY (Worcester)

Community-Legal-Aid-3; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer-paid contribution

Low-cost health insurance

Malpractice insurance

Paid leave

Student loan repayment assistance

Relocation stipend

Job summary

CWJC seeks an attorney to join a vibrant, talented team providing legal assistance in humanitarian-based immigration matters. The attorney’s focus is removal defense for non-detained clients, funded under MACI, with training and mentorship offered.

The position is based in CWJC’s Worcester office and includes grant reporting duties. Qualifications include JD or equivalent, strong English and Spanish language skills, immigration law experience, and the ability to manage a growing caseload.

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent professional degree required or strongly preferred.
• Experience in immigration law and serving diverse communities is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to manage a growing, busy caseload over time.
• Strong interpersonal communication and collaborative work style are important.

Responsibilities

• Provide removal defense for non-detained individuals.
• Assist in preparation of periodic grant reports.
• Contribute to a collaborative, diverse team in a Worcester-based office.

Skills

Spanish language

Caseload management

Interpersonal skills

Immigration law experience

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

CWJC seeks an attorney to join a vibrant, talented team that provides legal assistance in a range of humanitarian-based immigration law matters. The attorney's work will focus on removal defense work, largely but not exclusively for non-detained individuals. The position is funded by a state grant under the Massachusetts Access to Counsel Initiative (\"MACI\") initiative which is designed to expand access to counsel for Massachusetts noncitizens in removal proceedings and will provide specialized training and mentorship. The attorney will be based in CWJC's Worcester office and, in addition to directly serving clients, will assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• New law school graduates and more experienced lawyers are eligible to apply.
• Fluency or advanced proficiency in language in addition to English strongly preferred, particularly Spanish.
• Prior experience in immigration law and demonstrated experience working with diverse communities preferred.
• Ability and willingness to manage a growing and busy caseload over time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important.

COMPENSATION:

• The starting salary for this position is $73,000, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience to a maximum of $109,000.
• CWJC has a hybrid work environment and requires advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.
• CWJC offers a very generous benefits package that includes:
  • 401(k) with employer-paid contribution.
  • Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents.
  • Malpractice insurance; paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays).
  • Student loan repayment assistance.
  • Relocation stipend.

CWJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CWJC encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.