Staff Attorney

Catholic Charities of Dallas [Official]; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Dallas is seeking a Staff Attorney to counsel clients on immigration matters and manage their cases. You will interview, inform, and prepare filings for USCIS and EOIR, and represent clients before the Dallas Immigration Court and DHS.

The role involves outreach throughout the Diocese of Dallas, mentoring interns and staff, and staying current on immigration law and procedures. A JD and active bar license are required, with Texas preferred.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in any state; Texas preferred.
• Bar license received within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients regarding immigration matters and manage cases.
• Inform clients of requirements, prepare cases for submission to federal agencies.
• Complete immigration applications for USCIS and EOIR as needed.
• Represent clients before Dallas Immigration Court and DHS offices.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Client counseling

Immigration law knowledge

Interviewing clients

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Bar License (TX preferred)

Job description

Do you begin all projects with a clear understanding of the desired end results? Are you fast-paced AND organized? Are you passionate about leading a team the provides hope and support for immigrants?

If this sounds like you, keep reading.

Catholic Charities Dallas is looking for aStaff Attorneyto join ourteam.

Responsible for counseling clients regarding their immigration matters and for managing their immigration cases.

• Interviews, counsels, and advises clients regarding benefits available to them under the current immigration law.
• Informs clients of all requirements for the benefit sought and prepares clients’ cases for submission to Federal Government immigration agencies.
• Complete immigration applications for USCIS and EOIR, as needed for client.
• Informs clients of legal requirements for benefits sought, expenses related to applying for the benefit and timeframes.
• Represents clients before the Dallas Immigration Court and the Dallas office of the Department of Homeland Security.
• Manages client cases once open, to ensure proper and timely consideration by government officials.
• Will provide outreach throughout Diocese of Dallas and to provide direct legal aid and other outreach events as needed.

Other Duties:

• Assists in training and mentoring of summer interns, accredited representatives, and other staff as needed.
• Participates in the Dallas Bar Association’s Pro Bono Committee.
• Adheres to agency and professional code of ethics.
• Attends immigration training seminars and remains abreast of the immigration law and procedures.
• Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Catholic Charities.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with and protection of clients.
• Completes required abuse prevention training (Safe Environment) and others, as required by program.
• Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
• Follows mandates abuse reporting requirements.
• Adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising clients, as applicable.

Qualifications, Education & Training:

• Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
• Active bar license in any state. (Texas preferred)
• Received Bar License within the last 2 years.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultures and ethnicities
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills required
• Excellent public speaking skills in English and Spanish

Other Requirements:

Background Check: This position requires a criminal background check.

Driving Record: N/A

Health: Annual TB screen is required; other public health screenings, as required.