Immigration Staff Attorney — Criminal Defense & Justice

New York County Defender Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

New York County Defender Services is seeking an Immigration Staff Attorney to join their Immigration Unit. The attorney will provide essential legal advice, ensuring the rights of low-income immigrants are protected. Responsibilities include advising trial attorneys, providing support during arraignments and ICE appointments, and managing a high-volume caseload.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years’ experience in immigration law, particularly regarding its intersection with criminal law, and must be fluent in Spanish. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 - $120,000.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish is a must.
• Must have a minimum of three years’ experience in immigration law.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise trial attorneys and clients to avoid negative immigration consequences.
• Provide immigration support during arraignments.
• Conduct jail visits and accompany clients to ICE appointments.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish

Research and writing skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Education

Admitted to practice law in New York State

Minimum of three years’ experience in immigration law

Job description

New York County Defender Services is seeking an Immigration Staff Attorney to join their Immigration Unit. The attorney will provide essential legal advice, ensuring the rights of low-income immigrants are protected. Responsibilities include advising trial attorneys, providing support during arraignments and ICE appointments, and managing a high-volume caseload.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years’ experience in immigration law, particularly regarding its intersection with criminal law, and must be fluent in Spanish. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 - $120,000.