Habeas Mentoring Attorney (Part-time, 5-10 hours per week)

Overview

The organization is seeking a Part-Time Habeas Attorney to support the Immigration Justice Campaign team and pro bono attorney volunteers with habeas work. This contract position involves gathering information and developing guides about habeas in multiple jurisdictions across the United States, as well as assisting with the mentorship of attorney volunteers on habeas cases.

The role requires approximately 5–10 hours per week, to be scheduled flexibly based on program needs.

Responsibilities

Research and materials development (50%)

• Research and gather information and guides about habeas in multiple jurisdictions across the United States
• Create and edit manuals, practice advisories, samples, and other materials to support attorney volunteers working on habeas cases
• Ensure habeas materials are kept up-to-date as needed

Volunteer mentorship (50%)

• Assist in the mentorship of attorney volunteers working on habeas cases
• Support volunteers by answering questions and providing guidance on habeas
• Participate in training webinars about habeas as needed

Requirements

• J.D.
• Active and in good standing with a U.S. state bar
• Member of at least one federal district court bar
• Immigration habeas experience required
• Commitment to the mission of the Immigration Justice Campaign and the American Immigration Council
• Solid research skills
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Ability to guide and mentor other attorneys
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands and multiple assignments through effective time management
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, strategies, and circumstances

Preferred Qualifications

• Admitted to and experience with at least one Texas district court strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified.

Location

• Remote
• While remote, the role operates in a professional office environment and requires use of standard office equipment (e.g., computers and phones) and technology such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• The organization will provide a laptop and other equipment needed to perform the job.
• Staff must supply their own office space and furniture.

Application Process

• Submit required materials, including a resume and cover letter, through the organization’s application portal.
• Virtual interviews may be required and will require on-camera presence.