Senior Immigration Defense Supervisor

The Legal Aid Society; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,120 - 172,675; Full time

Job summary

The Legal Aid Society seeks a Supervising Attorney for the Immigration Law Unit's Non-Detained Removal Defense team in New York City. The role involves coordinating day-to-day operations, mentoring staff, and shaping litigation strategies across both removal defense and affirmative applications before USCIS, AAO, EOIR, and BIA.

Applicants must be admitted to NYS Bar and have several years of immigration practice.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Minimum of three years of legal practice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor staff attorneys, paralegals, interns and volunteers working with non-detained immigrants in removal proceedings and affirmative cases.
• Provide strategic guidance on immigration matters, including federal litigation when needed.
• Train staff, oversee program development, and ensure high-quality client representation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Supervision

Public interest law

Education

Admission to NY Bar

Job description

The Legal Aid Society seeks a Supervising Attorney for the Immigration Law Unit's Non-Detained Removal Defense team in New York City. The role involves coordinating day-to-day operations, mentoring staff, and shaping litigation strategies across both removal defense and affirmative applications before USCIS, AAO, EOIR, and BIA.

Applicants must be admitted to NYS Bar and have several years of immigration practice.