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Long Island, NY, United States
Supervising Attorney
Attorney
Company Review
Min 4 yrs required
Full-time
No
Summary: The Safe Passage Project (SPP) is a nonprofit organization providing free legal representation to immigrant children facing deportation. They are currently looking for a Supervising Attorney to join their team in Long Island, NY. The Supervising Attorney will be responsible for managing and supervising a team of attorneys and a paralegal, as well as mentoring pro bono attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a . degree and admission to the New York State Bar, along with four or more years of experience as an attorney and a strong interest in management. Spanish language skills are preferred, as well as experience working with diverse communities and children. The salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 annually, and SPP offers a competitive benefits package. Organization Overview: - Safe Passage Project is a nonprofit organization providing free legal representation to immigrant children facing deportation. - Founded in 2013, SPP has grown to include 50+ employees, two offices, and an annual budget of over $5 million. - They have supported over 3,000 young people in NYC and Long Island. - Immigrant children are not afforded free legal representation by the government, making SPP's services crucial in their cases. Job Title: Supervising Attorney, Long Island Responsibilities: - Supervise and manage a team of attorneys and a paralegal representing minors in removal proceedings. - Mentor pro bono attorneys representing minors in similar proceedings. - Collaborate with Senior Staff in the analysis and creation of legal strategies. - Contribute to the creation of policies and strategies for Safe Passage Project. - Provide detailed reporting statistics on each case supervised, mentored, and represented directly. - Prepare trainings and materials to present at Safe Passage Project trainings. Qualifications: - . degree and admission to the New York State Bar. - Four or more years of experience as an attorney, including three or more years of experience in immigration law. - Interest in management and developing management skills. - Excellent written, analytical, oral, organizational, and time management skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment. - Spanish language skills (preferred). - Experience working with diverse communities and children. - Commitment to the work of Safe Passage Project and a willingness to grow and learn with the team. Compensation and Benefits: - Salary range of $90,000 to $115,000 annually. - Hybrid work environment. - Open Paid Time Off. - Medical, dental, and vision plans, along with telehealth services. - Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan. - 12 weeks of Paid Family Leave. - Short-term and long-term disability coverage. - Flexible spending and health savings accounts. - Commuter benefits. - Voluntary life insurance plans. - Yearly professional development stipend. - Time off from December 24th to January 1st. - Home office stipend. - Paid holidays. - Flexible work schedule. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. Safe Passage Project is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply. H1: Join the Team as a Supervising Attorney at Safe Passage Project Long Island H2: Make a Difference in the Lives of Immigrant Children as a Supervising Attorney Bold Headline: Supervising Attorney Needed at Safe Passage Project Long Island - Join the Fight for Immigrant Children's Rights!
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Hybrid work environment, Open Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth, Retirement savings plan, Paid Family Leave, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, Flexible spending accounts, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life Insurance, Professional Development Stipend, Paid Holidays, Flexible work schedule, Home Office Stipend
Bilingual (Spanish)
Legal representation, Supervision, Mentoring, Case management, Policy creation, Training, Bilingual (Spanish)
J.D. degree
Submit a resume and cover letter
Qualification and Experience J.D. degree, Admission to New York State Bar
Legal
USD 90000 to 115000 Annually
Aug 19, 2024
May 06, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceJ.D. degree, Admission to New York State Bar
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