Remote Staff Attorney - Immigration for Survivors

Refugees; EE. UU.; Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) in the United States seeks a Staff Attorney to provide immigration legal services to survivors and clients across the U.S.

This full-time role focuses on direct representation, intake, and outreach within the SAFETY FIRST program, with a blend of remote and in-person work. You will handle VAWA, U-Visas, asylum, and other relief applications, supervise a Legal Assistant, and support grant reporting and community partnerships, aligning with

Formación

• J.D. with a valid license to practice law; member of the State Bar preferred.
• At least two (2) years of experience practicing immigration law.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong writing and intercultural communication.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel and database programs.
• Flexible for occasional evening and community-based work; Spanish fluency.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct intakes and legal consultations to determine eligibility for relief.
• Prepare and submit immigration applications (VAWA/U-Visas/T-Visas, etc.).
• Represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, and BIA; attend interviews and hearings.
• Refer clients to service providers and partners as needed.
• Assist in grant proposals, reporting, and program development.
• Conduct outreach, trainings, and networking activities.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Strong writing

Intercultural communication

MS Word

MS Access

MS Excel

Database skills

Spanish language fluency

Educación

J.D. degree

State Bar admission preferred

Herramientas

MS Word

MS Access

MS Excel

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) in the United States seeks a Staff Attorney to provide immigration legal services to survivors and clients across the U.S.

This full-time role focuses on direct representation, intake, and outreach within the SAFETY FIRST program, with a blend of remote and in-person work. You will handle VAWA, U-Visas, asylum, and other relief applications, supervise a Legal Assistant, and support grant reporting and community partnerships, aligning with