Overview
The organization is expanding its humanitarian relief team and is hiring attorneys who have experience with T visa, U visa, and VAWA. This role involves managing a personal caseload, appearing before USCIS and immigration courts, and working closely with a dedicated paralegal and legal support team.
Responsibilities
- Lead case strategy and conduct initial case reviews and consultations.
- Review and approve case packets, declarations, and motions, including:
- T visa, U visa, VAWA
- SIJS
- family-based petitions
- consular processing
- waivers, RFEs, and NOIDs
- Provide feedback to paralegals and legal assistants to ensure work is accurate and completed on time.
- Serve as “Attorney of the Day,” guiding legal and consultation teams.
Requirements
- Active U.S. bar license in good standing (any state).
- 2+ years of attorney experience handling T visa, U visa, and/or VAWA cases.
- Fluent English and Spanish (written and spoken).
- Comfort appearing before USCIS and immigration courts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on I-918B/I-914B certification; SIJS; asylum; cancellation of removal; waivers.
- CAST or ASISTA training.
- Case management experience (Camplegal used; training provided).
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and Slack.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match and a pension plan.
- Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
- Bar membership renewal coverage and tuition reimbursement.
- Structured 30/60/90/120-day onboarding and continuous training.
Location
New Jersey-based with the ability to serve clients nationwide.