Public Interest

Lansing, MI, United States

Immigration - General Attorney in Lansing, MI

Attorney

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Organization: ****
Position: Staff Attorney
Salary: Starting at $60,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Lansing, Michigan
Work Schedule: Possibility of hybrid schedule

Program Description:
- MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrants and immigration advocates across Michigan
- Offices located in Ypsilanti, Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Kalamazoo
- Work includes direct representation, pro bono referrals, impact litigation, training, coalition building, advocacy, technical support, and more
- Part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm whose administrative services are provided by the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP)
- Three pillars of work: direct legal services, systemic advocacy, and community education and engagement
- MAP provides access to the justice system through civil legal aid offices and statewide advocacy programs

Qualifications:
- Must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam
- Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or persons in poverty
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Proficient in major software and web services (Word, Excel, G Suite)
- Access to reliable internet connection for remote work
- Priority given to candidates with experience in immigration and poverty
- Spanish language proficiency preferred

Benefits:
- Full-time position with salary starting at $60,000
- Generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental, and flexible spending accounts
- Option for $1,500 annual payout if health benefits are not needed
- Generous leave policy with 3 weeks of paid vacation and 15 paid holidays
- 401K retirement plan with employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment
- Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

How to Apply:
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- Application can be found at
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled

MSAS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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