Immigration Staff Attorney — Pro Bono & Clinics

New Mexico Immigrant Law Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NMILC seeks a licensed immigration attorney to provide direct legal representation in affirmative matters, conduct research, prepare and file documents, and appear in court and administrative proceedings in Southern New Mexico.

The role includes developing case strategies, mentoring staff, staffing clinics, building community relationships, and traveling throughout the region as needed. Fluent Spanish and strong writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to local state bar; if not admitted, must sit for bar exam or start waiver to be admitted within 6 months and be able to be admitted within one year of employment.
• Proficient in Spanish.
• Ability to multitask and work with urgency in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with remote or hybrid work environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation to clients in immigration matters before USCIS, immigration courts, and agencies.
• Conduct legal research, develop case strategies, interview clients, and prepare filings.
• Appear in court and agency proceedings.
• Represent detained and non-detained individuals in removal proceedings before the immigration court.
• Develop, staff, and sustain in‑person legal clinics serving immigrants in Southern New Mexico.
• Build relationships with legal service providers, government officials, and community organizations.
• Travel throughout Southern New Mexico and El Paso for clinics, meetings, and events.

Skills

Legal Representation

Case Strategy Development

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Case Management

Client Interviewing

Application Preparation

Pleading Preparation

Court Appearance

Data Entry

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Case Management Systems

Job description

NMILC seeks a licensed immigration attorney to provide direct legal representation in affirmative matters, conduct research, prepare and file documents, and appear in court and administrative proceedings in Southern New Mexico.

The role includes developing case strategies, mentoring staff, staffing clinics, building community relationships, and traveling throughout the region as needed. Fluent Spanish and strong writing skills are essential.