Pro Se Staff Attorney - Social Security & Immigration

United States Courts

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

United States Courts in the Richmond Division of the Eastern District of Virginia seeks a full-time Pro Se Staff Attorney to manage Social Security appeals, perform legal research, and draft reports, recommendations, and orders. The role involves reviewing ALJ findings, examining the administrative record, and addressing immigration, habeas, and § 1983 matters with the judges and chambers staff.

Telework may be considered.

Qualifications

Strong working knowledge of Social Security regulations and controlling federal statutes.
Experience drafting reports, recommendations, or memorandum opinions.
Familiarity with administrative records and procedural requirements applicable to federal cases.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and prepare draft reports, recommendations, or memorandum opinions and orders.
Review ALJ findings, examine the administrative record, and identify potential issues.
Analyze relevant legal questions and draft proposed reports and recommendations.
Ensure adherence to procedural requirements and court rules.
Collaborate with judges and chambers staff on immigration, habeas, and § 1983 matters, including post-conviction cases.
Perform initial case screening and prepare draft orders; monitor compliance with timelines.
Position is on-site in Richmond; telework may be considered.