Lead Immigration Attorney, UAC Legal Services

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)

Dearborn (MI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) in Dearborn, MI, seeks a Managing Attorney for UAC Legal Services to lead a team delivering direct legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children in ORR care and after release.

The role includes orientations, consultations, and direct representation in immigration matters. You will supervise Supervisory Attorneys, Staff Attorneys, and Legal Assistants, oversee regional caseloads, mentor staff, and ensure timely orientations and

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with a state bar.
Minimum 7 years of removal defense experience representing UAC.
Prior experience working with children and/or youth.
Minimum of 5 years of supervision experience, supervising Attorneys and/or staff.
Excellent legal research, writing, and editing skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Supervises Supervisory Attorneys, Staff Attorneys and Legal Assistants.
Oversee caseloads of Supervisory Attorneys and Staff Attorneys in the assigned region.
Mentor and guide Staff Attorneys and legal assistants as needed.
Oversee a region to ensure legal orientations are conducted timely; conduct legal orientations in shelters.
Ensure legal consultations are redistributed appropriately within the respective region; meet with UAC and assess options.
Provide direct representation as needed, including immigration court proceedings and related reliefs.
Ensure training and mentorship to Supervisory Attorneys, Staff Attorneys, and Legal Assistants.