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Public Interest
Attorney
Immigration
Labor & Employment
Min 1 yrs required
Staff Attorney Duties: Supervise the provision of legal services in the Austin office by offering legal advice, pro se support, and direct representation to WDP members in employment cases, and referrals to local, state, and federal agencies as well as partner attorneys; Coordinate with WDP staff to use legal and community-based strategies to support the leadership development of WDP members and advance WDP’s community outreach, policy and organizing campaigns; Recruit, train, and supervise a team of staff, interns, law students, and volunteers to support casework in Austin; Supervise a weekly employment rights clinic that occurs every Tuesday from 7pm-10pm; Cultivate strong working relationships with local, state and federal agencies, community organizations, and partner attorneys; Represent the organization publicly to partner institutions, funders, and the media, as needed; and Additional tasks as assigned. Support the service provision and advocacy conducted Workers Defense Project (WDP) Employment and Legal Services Program.
Qualification and Experience
Qualifications: A JD Degree and Texas Bar admission in good standing, or a willingness to take and pass the Texas Bar; Previous experience practicing employment, labor law, or immigration law, or previous experience representing low-income or immigrant clients; Proven ability to think strategically, act assertively when necessary, and speak confidently in public; Strong proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking both English and Spanish; Experience managing different responsibilities, delegating tasks, and supporting the success of a team; Knowledge of community organizing and labor issues is a plus.
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