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Civil Rights Attorney / Immigration Attorney in Laredo, TX

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) Jan 21,2019 May 24,2017 Location Laredo TX
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Public Interest

Attorney

Immigration

Litigation - Civil Rights

Min 3 yrs required

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Staff Attorney The candidate will develop specialized knowledge of asylum law and expedited removal. Support Jones Day lawyers and staff in their representation of the detainees. Make know-your-rights presentations in Spanish to groups of detainees who are seeking asylum in the United States. Represent individuals who will (1) participate in a credible or reasonable fear interview with a USCIS Asylum Officer, (2) seek Immigration Judge review of a negative decision by an Asylum Officer, and (3) request release on bond after a positive credible or reasonable fear determination. File relevant complaints with the Department of Homeland Security and the United States Office of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. Communicate with stakeholders, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. Collaborate with current community partners and form new partnerships. Participate in community legal education. Prepare educational materials, make public presentations, and participate in company outreach efforts. Participate in other activities related to poverty law, including publication, permissible legislative and rule-making activities, media relations in accordance with company policy and applicable laws and regulations. Supervise and/or work with legal paraprofessionals and volunteers. Assure compliance with grantor rules, restrictions and grant conditions. Maintain accurate and complete client files and administrative records. Prepare administrative reports. Provide legal information and referrals. Fulfill all requirements necessary to remain in good standing with the State Bar and the Supreme Court of the applicable state, including but not limited to, compliance with the minimum requirements for Continuing Legal Education. License to practice law required. If not licensed to practice law in Texas, willing to apply. Bilingual in English and Spanish required. Dedication to and experience in serving low-income populations preferred. Experience: working with survivors of trauma; coordinating community services, working with community partners, and/or participating in volunteer-based projects preferred.

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