Staff Attorney, Law School Graduate, or Accredited Representative

Central American Resource Center of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Hybride; USD 60 000 - 81 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

14 paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Résumé du poste

CARECEN seeks a bilingual Staff Attorney, Law School Graduate, or Accredited Representative for its affirmative services unit in Los Angeles. The role focuses on providing comprehensive support to immigration cases as part of holistic advocacy, including naturalization, family petitions, SIJS, and TPS, among others.

The position requires California licensure or DOJ accreditation, strong case management, and the ability to work in a hybrid LA office environment with collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• California licensed attorney or DOJ Accredited Representative preferred.
• Juris Doctor or Bachelor's Degree required.
• Knowledge of immigration system or related humanitarian relief.
• Trauma-informed case management knowledge recommended.
• Commitment to immigrants and underserved communities.

Responsabilités

• Conduct and review client intakes for immigration relief.
• Prepare immigration cases before USCIS, EOIR, or other agencies.
• Provide records review, case management, and client access to services.
• Liaise with service providers and legal dept for client support.
• Develop and maintain client case management systems and data reporting.
• Assist with closing cases and training staff on relevant themes.
• Stay updated on regulatory and policy changes affecting CARECEN clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Connaissances

Bilingual English/Spanish

Legal research

Client counseling

Verbal/written communication

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD)

California bar admission

Description du poste

• Staff Attorney, Law School Graduate, or Accredited Representative

Staff Attorney, Law School Graduate, or Accredited Representative

Job Title: Staff Attorney, Law School Graduate, or Accredited Representative

Classification: Full Time | Exempt if Staff Attorney

Full Time | Non-exempt if Law School Graduate or Accredited Representative

Salary: Staff Attorney: Starting at $70,304 per year, depending on experience and qualifications

Law School Graduate: Starting at $30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Accredited Representative: Starting at $26 per hour, depending on experience

Department: Legal Department | affirmative Legal Assistance Services (ALAS)

Reports to: Managing Attorney/DOJ and/or Supervising Attorney/DOJ

Location: Hybrid- Telecommute and CARECEN’s Los Angeles Office

Job Summary: CARECEN seeks a bilingual Spanish speaking Staff Attorney, Law School Graduate or Accredited Representative for its affirmative services unit. The Staff Attorney/Law School Graduate/Accredited Representative will focus on providing support to legal cases as part of CARECEN’s holistic legal advocacy. The ALAS team provides assistance in affirmative immigration cases including but not limited to naturalization and citizenship, family petitions, SIJS, adjustment of status, advance parole, TPS, DACA, removal of conditions, U Visas, VAWAs, green card renewals as well as other forms of relief and duties assigned. The Staff Attorney/Law School Graduate/Accredited Representative role will assist with providing comprehensive, client-centered case management support that includes, but is not limited to: keeping case files updated, inquiring with USCIS regarding client case status, responding to inquiries received from clients and USCIS, e.g. request for evidence, notice of intent to deny, implementation of policy changes, case closings, file requests, and other matters in support of department clients and cases.

• Conduct and review client intakes for immigration relief for community members at CARECEN and offsite partner locations
• Prepare a variety of immigration cases including representing and advocating on behalf of applicants before USCIS, EOIR, or other agencies as needed
• Provide records review, case management, and support client’s access to services
• Liaison with other service providers and the legal department to provide support to clients, including records requests
• Help develop and maintain client case management system, and data reporting
• Assist Attorneys and DOJ Accredited Representatives with closing cases, including but not limited to reviewing closing letters with clients and prepping closing files to provide to clients.
• Assist with peer reviewing and developing internal training material for staff trainings on relevant themes and topics
• Continue developing knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation and policy changes that impact CARECEN clients
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Skill/Qualifications

• California licensed attorney or Accredited Representative DOJ (preferred), Juris Doctor or Bachelor’s Degree required
• Working knowledge of the immigration system or other systems that impact humanitarian or other affirmative forms of relief
• Knowledge in trauma-informed approach case management
• Dedication to immigrants and other underserved communities
• Ability to take initiative, self-start, and be creative in addressing issues or problems with limited resources
• Sensitivity and desire to work with low-income, immigrant survivors of crime including domestic violence and sexual assault required.
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner within the organization and community partners
• Strong verbal and writing skills
• Fluency in the English and Spanish languages
• Commitment to the mission and goals of CARECEN

Classification & Work Schedule

Office hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday. The work schedule for this position is a 35-hour workweek equaling 7-hour workdays. Position may require evening and/or weekend work, based on responsibilities. This is a full-time position. Exempt or non-exempt status depends on credentials and employee title classification. The normal office hours for an exempt position is 35 hours, but a greater emphasis is placed 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. A hybrid schedule may be offered. The position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the union.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position operates in a professional office environment. The position requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.

Travel Requirements

Work is performed in a variety of work settings, including CARECEN’s offices, workspace provided by other nonprofits, libraries, and government facilities, among others. Position requires the ability to travel to different CARECEN offices and offsite locations. Work may comprise up to 25% of travel time. Mileage reimbursement is available when applicable. Ability to drive with a valid CA license and a registered vehicle is preferred.

CARECEN offers a generous health insurance package that has medical, vision, dental, life insurance and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Supplemental insurance and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan are also available. Paid time off is also provided along with 14 paid holidays.

Application Deadline

Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic group identification, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, political affiliation, condition of physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation, in accordance with requirements of Federal and State laws.