Staff Attorney- Research Associate

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

The Rutgers Child Advocacy Clinic at Rutgers Law School in Newark seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to provide immigration representation to children involved with the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency. The Staff Attorney will be based in Newark, New Jersey, and work with clinics in Camden as part of Rutgers Law School's immigration practice.

Required: JD admitted to practice in New Jersey or another state, bilingual English/Spanish, 2–4 years in immigration law, some family

Qualifications

• JD, licensed to practice law in New Jersey or another state.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• 2–4 years of immigration law experience; some family law experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide immigration representation to children involved with the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency.
• Based in Newark, NJ, and linked to Rutgers Law School clinics in Newark and Camden.
• Collaborate with Rutgers Child Advocacy Clinic and Rutgers Immigrant Justice Clinic.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

J.D. (JD)

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Staff Attorney- Research Associate

Department: Law School Newark

Salary Details: $85,000 - $95,000 Grant Funded

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary: The Rutgers Child Advocacy Clinic at Rutgers Law School in Newark, New Jersey, and the Rutgers Immigrant Justice Clinic at Rutgers Law School in Camden, New Jersey, are seeking to hire a Full-Time Staff Attorney. The Staff Attorney will be based in Newark, New Jersey, just outside New York City, and will provide immigration representation to children who are involved with the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency.

Position Status: Full Time

Posting Number: 26FA0833

Posting Open Date: 09/15/2026

Posting Close Date: 11/15/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

JD, licensed to practice law in New Jersey or another state, bilingual (English/Spanish)
The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in immigration law, some experience in family law, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/281488

Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark

City: Newark

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

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