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Legal Staff in Chicago, IL

Heartland Alliance For Human Needs & Human Rights Nov 25,2016 Oct 19,2016 Location USA Chicago IL
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Public Interest

Legal Staff

Immigration

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Min 1 yrs required

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Paralegal Responsibilities : The candidate will provide general paralegal support through intake, research, case review, documentation preparation and other related tasks to support general operations and the work of staff and pro bono attorneys. Conducts intake, as assigned. Conducts legal and factual research. Assesses cases to determine eligibility. Conducts interviews with clients and witnesses. Drafts applications, affidavits, letters and/or legal pleadings and prepares supporting documentation. Prepares materials for submission to Department of Homeland Security, Immigration Court, or other entities as appropriate. Reviews, analyzes and presents cases to supervisor. Conducts educational presentations. Remains current on immigration law, policies and procedures. Maintains complete, thorough, accurate and current records in an organized fashion in accordance with legal standards, rules and ethics. Ensures the accuracy, substance and timeliness of statistical and narrative reports, projects, schedules and other relevant work products. In accord with organizational policies and the ethical standards required of the legal profession, the Code of Professional Responsibility, preserves client confidentiality, accounts for client monies and avoids conflicts of interest. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualification and Experience

Requirements : The candidate should have a Bachelors degree with demonstrated experience working with immigrants, refugees and/or asylum seekers. At least one(1) year of experience working with these populations preferred. Fluency in another language may be required. Ability to communicate articulately with internal and external audiences. Excellent writing, editing, organizational and computer skills required. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and perform well under strict deadlines.

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Req ID: 3889

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