Staff Attorney – Immigrant Rights & Civil Justice

CASA; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

16 holidays

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Life & AD&D

Disability insurance

Professional development reimbursement

EAP

401(k) match

Mileage reimbursements

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

We Are CASA in Maryland seeks a staff attorney on the front line to provide direct representation to CASA members in civil legal cases, such as immigration, housing, employment, and civil rights, while supporting the broader work of the Legal Department.

You will collaborate with paralegals, organizers, advocates, and social service staff in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Maryland bar eligibility and willingness to travel between CASA locations are required.

Qualifications

• Bar membership and Maryland eligibility for admission.
• Valid US Driver's License and reliable vehicle.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; French a plus.
• 1–3 years of civil legal services experience.
• Strong communication and zealous advocacy.
• Willingness to travel between CASA locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to CASA members in civil cases (immigration, housing, employment, civil rights).
• Provide brief legal services: orientation, intake, education, counseling, referrals.
• Support Organizing staff with legal consultations and urgent situations (evictions, raids).
• Draft and review legislation, testify, organize hearings, lobby officials.
• Co-counsel with other legal providers on impact litigation.
• Engage in Know Your Rights education and outreach.
• Maintain case notes and data in case management systems.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Zealous advocacy

Time management

Team collaboration

Travel frequently

Education

Maryland bar eligibility

Job description

We Are CASA in Maryland seeks a staff attorney on the front line to provide direct representation to CASA members in civil legal cases, such as immigration, housing, employment, and civil rights, while supporting the broader work of the Legal Department.

You will collaborate with paralegals, organizers, advocates, and social service staff in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Maryland bar eligibility and willingness to travel between CASA locations are required.