Staff Attorney: Education Job at Community Legal Aid (Springfield)

Staff Attorney

The Staff Attorney will provide full‑scope immigration representation, including...

Location

United States , Ottawa

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required
Active membership in good standing with the Illinois Bar
Strong legal writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Provide direct representation in removal defense and affirmative immigration matters, including asylum, U Visa, T Visa, SIJS, VAWA, TPS, family‑based immigration, naturalization, and DACA
Conduct full legal screenings, case preparation, filings, court appearances, USCIS interviews, hearings, and follow‑up work
Represent non‑detained clients before Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and, as applicable, U.S. District and Circuit Courts
Maintain detailed, timely case notes and client communications in compliance with organizational and funding requirements
Monitor and adapt to changes in immigration law, regulations, and procedures
Participate in case strategy meetings, trainings, and required staff meetings
Make referrals for additional legal or social services when client needs exceed the scope of representation
Represent the organization at community events, outreach efforts, and educational programs as requested
Perform other duties as assigned

What we offer

Generous paid time off
paid CLEs
AILA membership
malpractice coverage
health insurance
retirement plan participation after the introductory period

Fulltime

Staff Attorney Employment Law

CLA seeks a staff attorney to work in its Employment Law Unit. The attorney will...

Location

United States , Greenfield

Salary:

73000.00 - 109000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply
Third year law students are also eligible to apply, but preference will be given to a licensed attorney who can start sooner
Fluency in Spanish (written and oral) preferred, as is experience in poverty or employment law
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A demonstrated dedication to social justice and commitment to working with low-income communities

Job Responsibility

Handling unemployment cases
Handling cases involving wage and hour issues, leave issues, and employment discrimination
Representing individual clients
Engaging in community outreach and education
Working closely with community partners

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Student loan repayment assistance
Relocation stipend

Fulltime

Staff Attorney: Re-entry

CLA seeks a staff attorney to help formerly incarcerated individuals overcome th...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

73000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law students currently in their third year of law school, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply
Prior experience in re-entry work and community outreach is preferred
Fluency in Spanish preferred
Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work
Experience working with diverse communities, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important

Job Responsibility

Help formerly incarcerated individuals overcome the legal barriers that impede their successful re-entry into society
Assist individuals with sealing, expunging, or correcting their Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)
Assist individuals with overcoming the barriers to employment and housing posed by their criminal records, including representation before administrative agencies and in court
Engage in community outreach and education
Work closely with community partners

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution of 5% gross salary
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Student loan repayment assistance up to $500/month for qualified law school and undergraduate school loans
Relocation reimbursement up to $2,500

Fulltime

Senior Staff Attorney

This position will focus on strengthening the legal capacity of legal service pr...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

116008.70 USD / Year

ILRC

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of experience representing clients in the practice of general immigration law including representation in immigration court and appeals
Broad knowledge of immigration law, including the grounds of inadmissibility and deportability and eligibility for relief
Strong foundation in removal defense practice, federal court litigation, and legal responses to immigration enforcement
Excellent writing, editing, and legal analysis skills
Excellent training and presentation skills
Ability to lead meetings and communicate with a range of people, including attorneys, community members, advocates, policy-makers, funders, and others
Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Willing to work closely with and learn from colleagues, including being willing to take direction and editing from others and to incorporate feedback
A strong work ethic, including the following qualities: organized, flexible, reliable, and dependable, able to work independently, and able to handle several projects simultaneously
Willing to participate in team-based efforts and a collaborative decision-making environment

Job Responsibility

Serving as legal expert to provide input and guidance on complex legal scenarios
Responding to requests for technical legal assistance from attorneys and nonprofit agency staff who work with low-income immigrants on issues relating to family-based immigration, removal and deportation defense, release from detention, VAWA, U visa, asylum, SIJS, naturalization and citizenship, and other immigration law issues
Writing manuals, practice advisories, and outreach and educational materials for attorneys, paralegals, community organizers, members of the immigrant community, and other sectors
Preparing and leading webinars and in-person seminars on a variety of topics in immigration law
Working with networks of other immigrant rights organizations, attending coalition meetings, and presenting to groups on immigration law, policy, and immigrant rights issues
Coordinating and tracking project deliverables to ensure responsive materials and trainings provided to project partners and practitioners
Writing reports to foundations and representing the ILRC in meetings with funders and supporters
Traveling for trainings, funder visits, and other events throughout California and occasionally other states

What we offer

medical/dental/vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) sessions
a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care
vacation
sick leave
retirement plan contribution upon fulfillment of eligibility
an annual professional development stipend of $2,500
an annual wellness stipend of $2,500
sabbatical program: employees are eligible to apply for an 8-week sabbatical after five years of service and a 12-week sabbatical after ten years of service

Fulltime

Senior Staff Attorney

This position will focus on strengthening the legal capacity of legal service pr...

Location

United States , Fresno

Salary:

116008.70 USD / Year

ILRC

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of experience representing clients in the practice of general immigration law including representation in immigration court and appeals
Broad knowledge of immigration law, including the grounds of inadmissibility and deportability and eligibility for relief
Strong foundation in removal defense practice, federal court litigation, and legal responses to immigration enforcement
Excellent writing, editing, and legal analysis skills
Excellent training and presentation skills
Ability to lead meetings and communicate with a range of people, including attorneys, community members, advocates, policy-makers, funders, and others
Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Willing to work closely with and learn from colleagues, including being willing to take direction and editing from others and to incorporate feedback
A strong work ethic, including the following qualities: organized, flexible, reliable, and dependable, able to work independently, and able to handle several projects simultaneously
Willing to participate in team-based efforts and a collaborative decision-making environment

Job Responsibility

Serving as legal expert to provide input and guidance on complex legal scenarios
Responding to requests for technical legal assistance from attorneys and nonprofit agency staff who work with low-income immigrants on issues relating to family-based immigration, removal and deportation defense, release from detention, VAWA, U visa, asylum, SIJS, naturalization and citizenship, and other immigration law issues
Writing manuals, practice advisories, and outreach and educational materials for attorneys, paralegals, community organizers, members of the immigrant community, and other sectors
Preparing and leading webinars and in-person seminars on a variety of topics in immigration law
Working with networks of other immigrant rights organizations, attending coalition meetings, and presenting to groups on immigration law, policy, and immigrant rights issues
Coordinating and tracking project deliverables to ensure responsive materials and trainings provided to project partners and practitioners
Writing reports to foundations and representing the ILRC in meetings with funders and supporters
Traveling for trainings, funder visits, and other events throughout California and occasionally other states

What we offer

medical/dental/vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) sessions
a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care
vacation
sick leave
retirement plan contribution upon fulfillment of eligibility
annual professional development stipend of $2,500
annual wellness stipend of $2,500
sabbatical program: employees are eligible to apply for an 8-week sabbatical after five years of service and a 12-week sabbatical after ten years of service

Fulltime

Legal aid staff attorney – fair housing

CLA seeks a staff attorney to help formerly incarcerated individuals overcome th...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

73000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law students currently in their third year of law school, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply
Prior experience in re-entry work and community outreach is preferred
Fluency in Spanish preferred
Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work
Experience working with diverse communities, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important

Job Responsibility

Help formerly incarcerated individuals overcome the legal barriers that impede their successful re-entry into society
Assist individuals with sealing, expunging, or correcting their Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)
Assist individuals with overcoming the barriers to employment and housing posed by their criminal records, including representation before administrative agencies and in court
Engage in community outreach and education
Work closely with community partners

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution of 5% gross salary
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Student loan repayment assistance up to $500/month for qualified law school and undergraduate school loans
Relocation reimbursement up to $2,500

Fulltime

Staff Attorney

ATASK is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and skilled full-time attorney to j...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Year

Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Commitment to ATASK’s mission of ending domestic violence and promoting social justice
J.D. degree and admission to the Massachusetts Bar, in good standing, with the ability to meet all licensing and continuing education requirements
At least 2 years of experience providing legal services to survivors of trauma, abuse, and/or exploitation in family law and/or immigration matters
Proven academic excellence and professional legal training
Sensitivity to clients in crisis, with a strong understanding of trauma-informed lawyering practices
Ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritize tasks, and organize multiple matters effectively
Strong legal research, writing, and document preparation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex legal concepts to clients, courts, and colleagues
Dedication to social justice, particularly focusing on low-income, immigrant, and underrepresented communities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Job Responsibility

Provide legal services to ATASK clients while coordinating the efforts of the Legal Program staff to ensure comprehensive support for survivors
Organize and manage case files, ensuring all documents and information are accurately entered and regularly updated
Adhere to strict deadlines, ensuring client matters are handled promptly and efficiently
Maintain detailed records of actions, including communications, court appearances, and client interactions
Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to client matters
Input and track necessary case information within case management systems
Represent clients in court at hearings, trials, and other appearances, traveling to courthouses as needed
Prepare, draft, and file legal documents such as petitions, motions, affidavits, and legal briefs
Conduct legal research to support case strategies, analyzing statutes, case law, and regulations
Collaborate with supervising attorneys, clients, and support staff to develop and execute case strategies

What we offer

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
Life and long-term disability
401K
Corporate T-Pass Program
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick time, Personal days and 15 Holidays
Variety of Wellness Programs during the year, including Summer Fridays which include approximately 40 hours of wellness hours
Hybrid work model
ATASK encourages and strongly supports ongoing training and professional development opportunities for all staff

Fulltime

Staff Attorney: Family Preservation Project

Community Legal Aid (CLA) seeks an attorney who will be part of a multi-discipli...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

73000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Third-year law students, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply
Prior experience with child welfare law is preferred
Experience in one or more core poverty-law practice areas is preferred
Excellent organizational, communication, writing, and decision-making skills
Ability to work closely with colleagues as a member of a team
Committed to serving the needs of a diverse client base

Job Responsibility

Be part of a multi-disciplinary team helping parents involved with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF)
Provide legal assistance in a variety of core poverty-law areas, which may include access to benefits programs, family law, and education law
Assist parents with Fair Hearings to appeal DCF findings of neglect and with the DCF grievance process
Identify and provide legal interventions that will stabilize the family so that DCF closes its case without removing the children
Perform community outreach and education
Provide Know Your Rights trainings to the communities the project serves

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Loan repayment assistance
Relocation stipend

Fulltime

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