Youth Immigration Paralegal & Client Advocate

Justia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The Juvenile Rights Practice at The Legal Aid Society seeks an experienced Paralegal Client Advocate to handle immigration matters for children aged 0 to 21. The PCA will work as part of an interdisciplinary team of lawyers, social workers, and support staff across multiple NYC offices, including the Queens Trial Office and 49 Thomas Street.

A two-year commitment is required to become a Board of Immigration Appeals Partial Accredited Representative with privileges before USCIS.

Qualifications

• Candidate has at least one of: a bachelor’s degree or a paralegal certificate (ABA accredited).
• Experience advocating for low-income people, immigrants, and children.

Responsibilities

• Compile application packets and conduct factual and legal research.
• Assist with litigation tasks such as drafting affidavits and motions.
• Develop case information by meeting with clients and gathering records from agencies.

Skills

Advocacy

Interviewing

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Job description

The Juvenile Rights Practice at The Legal Aid Society seeks an experienced Paralegal Client Advocate to handle immigration matters for children aged 0 to 21. The PCA will work as part of an interdisciplinary team of lawyers, social workers, and support staff across multiple NYC offices, including the Queens Trial Office and 49 Thomas Street.

A two-year commitment is required to become a Board of Immigration Appeals Partial Accredited Representative with privileges before USCIS.