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Criminal Law Attorney / Immigration Attorney in Miami, FL

Americans for Immigrant Justice Oct 21,2018 Oct 20,2018 Location USA Miami FL
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Public Interest

Attorney

Criminal Law - Prosecution

Immigration

Min 5 yrs required

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Detention Program Staff Attorney DUTIES: Providing “Know Your Rights” presentations and legal screenings for detained immigrants, documenting detention conditions, legal representation in immigration proceedings before the Immigration Court; appellate proceedings before the Board of Immigration Appeals; proceedings before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and engaging in advocacy with local and national partners on behalf of detained immigrants. Will represent clients seeking immigration benefits and relief from removal before the immigration court, including asylum, cancellation of removal and release from immigration custody. Will be required to conduct legal screenings of detained immigrants to determine eligibility for legal relief and representation by AI Justice, provide advice and counsel to detained immigrants, and comply with other program reporting.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Membership in good standing of any state Bar. Preference for experience in immigration law, including experience with detention, asylum, and criminal law as it relates to immigration consequences. Preference for experience working with domestic violence victims and/or other victims of trauma. Strong writing, research and analytical skills; strong communication and group leadership skills. Interest in policy advocacy at the local and national level. Excellent presentation skills for community outreach, education and training. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Ability to work well with people of diverse educational, cultural and professional backgrounds. Experience with immigration and/or legal clinics in law school would be especially helpful. Fully bilingual, including reading and writing, in English and Spanish required.

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