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Public Interest
Attorney
Immigration
2-8 yrs required
Staff Attorney The candidate will work on community-led, local advocacy and policy work, in particular, with schools, law enforcement agencies and other government agencies. Will identify issues appropriate for local and state policy advocacy and litigation in the areas of immigrant rights. Advocate legislatively and administratively on behalf of clients and community groups. Establish and nurture relationships with community partners, including providing advice and counsel to community groups and working with organizations to build social justice movements supporting immigrants’ rights or to identify new potential litigation. Participate in community outreach events and presentations and engage in public education and media advocacy. Depending on experience, engage in litigation, including individual suits, class actions, and amicus briefs in state and federal court at the trial and appellate levels. Train, mentor, and supervise staff, volunteer attorneys and law students working on immigrant rights issues. Assist with fundraising needs, including drafting proposals, preparing grant reports, and advocating for expanded resources to assist immigrant communities. Must be Immigrants’ Rights Attorney. Should preferably have some organizing experience, and is passionate about working with and supporting organizers and community leaders and building coalitions. Some media and/or communications experience is also a plus. Bar membership required. Must have 2-8 years of post-law school legal experience. Proficiency or fluency in Spanish and/or Pacific Islander languages, preferred. Experience with designing media strategy and press communications, preferred. Must have excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
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