Staff Attorney | Deportation Defense Unit | LA

Central American Resource Center of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,304 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CARECEN, the Central American Resource Center, is seeking a bilingual Staff Attorney for the Deportation Defense Unit in Los Angeles. The role involves representing detained and non-detained community members in removal proceedings, including bond hearings and various immigration relief applications.

Based in CARECEN's Los Angeles office with hybrid telework, the position requires a JD, CA Bar membership, fluent Spanish, and experience in immigration law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active California Bar membership
• Fluency or high proficiency in Spanish (subject to testing at time of interview)
• Experience in immigration law strongly preferred
• Strong case management, legal research, writing skills, and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage time-intensive caseload with numerous deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Competence in and dedication to working with diverse backgrounds, including clients with trauma and criminal histories
• Ability to drive with a valid CA license and registered vehicle is required

Responsibilities

• Represent children, adults, and family units in removal proceedings. This includes representation before immigration courts in the southern California region, USCIS, and the Board of Immigration Appeals. For detained individuals, provide representation in custody and bond proceedings and other advocacy efforts to secure client’s release from detention.
• Represent children in state courts to obtain predicate orders related to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
• Represent children, adults, and family units in affirmative applications before USCIS.
• Work under the supervision of the managing/supervising attorney, handling all aspects of clients’ cases.
• Assist in coordinating referrals for medical, mental health, and educational services for clients, as necessary.
• Collaborate with paralegals and other support staff to coordinate casework, delegate work assignments and provide work product review.
• Comply with data and program reporting requirements as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Strong research, writing, and oral沟通

Experience in immigration law

Ability to manage time-intensive casel

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Active California Bar membership

Job description

• Staff Attorney | Deportation Defense Unit | LA

Staff Attorney | Deportation Defense Unit | LA

Job Title: Staff Attorney

Classification & FLSA Status: Full time | Exempt

Salary: $70,304- $90,000 , depending on experience and qualifications

Department: Legal Department | Deportation Defense Unit

Reports to: Managing Attorney and/or Supervising Attorney

Location: Hybrid - Telecommute and CARECEN’s Los Angeles office.

Job Summary: The Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) seeks a bilingual staff attorney to represent both detained and non-detained community members in removal proceedings in, with the possibility of some affirmative immigration services as well. This includes representation in various applications for immigration relief, as well as representation in bond proceedings for clients in detention. This is a full-time position based out of CARECEN’s Los Angeles office.

Job Requirements/Essential Functions

• Represent children, adults, and family units in removal proceedings. This includes representation before immigration courts in the southern California region, USCIS, and the Board of Immigration Appeals. For detained individuals, provide representation in custody and bond proceedings and other advocacy efforts to secure client’s release from detention.
• Represent children in state courts to obtain predicate orders related to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
• Represent children, adults, and family units in affirmative applications before USCIS.
• Work under the supervision of the managing/supervising attorney, handling all aspects of clients’ cases.
• Assist in coordinating referrals for medical, mental health, and educational services for clients, as necessary.
• Collaborate with paralegals and other support staff to coordinate casework, delegate work assignments and provide work product review.
• Comply with data and program reporting requirements as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active California Bar membership
• Fluency or high proficiency in Spanish (subject to testing at time of interview)
• Experience in immigration law strongly preferred
• Strong case management, legal research, writing skills, and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage time-intensive caseload with numerous deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Competence in and dedication to working with others of diverse cultural, geographic, and economic backgrounds, including clients with a history of severe trauma and criminal records
• StrongcommitmenttotherightsofimmigrantsandthemissionofCARECEN
• Ability to drive with a valid CA license and registered vehicle is required

Classification and Work Schedule

This is afull-time, exemptposition. Office hours are from9:00 AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday,with flexibility required based on the needsof the organization. The normal workweekfor this position is 35 hours, but a greater emphasis isplaced on meeting the responsibilities assigned to the position. Exempt employees do not receive overtime compensation, compensatory time off, or additional compensation beyond the salary assigned to the position.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position is based in a professional office setting and involves tasks such as lifting files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or standing as needed. Work may be conducted in various locations, including CARECEN's offices, work from home, and various government facilities.

Travel Requirements

ThispositionislocatedatCARECEN's Los Angeles office and requires occasional travel to our Los Angeles office. Telework is possible. Additionally, travel to immigration courts and DHS offices in Los Angeles, Van Nuys, Santa Ana, Adelanto, San Bernardino, and/or detention facilities and state courts throughout the southern California region will be required. Travel may constitute up to 50% of the role’s responsibilities. Mileage reimbursement is provided. Ability to drive with a valid California driver’s license and a registered vehicle is preferred.

CARECEN offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Flexible Spending Account (FSA), supplemental insurance, and a 403(b) retirement savings plan are also available. Paid time off is also provided.

CARECEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualifiedapplicantsshallreceiveconsiderationforemploymentwithoutregardtorace,color,religion, nationalorigin,ethnicgroupidentification,ancestry,sex,age,maritalstatus,politicalaffiliation, conditionofphysicalormentaldisability,orsexualorientation,inaccordancewithrequirementsof FederalandStatelaws.