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Family Immigration Attorney in Fresno, CA

KIND (Kids In Need of Defense) Nov 27,2022 Apr 09,2022 Location USA Fresno CA
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Public Interest

Attorney

Family Immigration

Min 1 yrs required

Profile

Staff Attorney Duties: Provide both mentoring to pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to clients. In the pro bono mentoring function, provide robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a case. In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case; conducting client interviews; appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies, and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits. Supervise interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including: Onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight. Place cases with pro bono attorneys and actively build relationships between and the pro bono community. In coordination with Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, help develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets. With supervision, present trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups. Contribute to overall office functioning, including actively participating in the field office and wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events. Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into case management systems. Represent at local coalitions, courts, and agencies. In coordination with Training and Technical Assistance Team provide guidance and legal analysis within the office and engage actively as a mentor for more junior attorneys.

Qualification and Experience

Requirements: JD Degree and admitted to the CA state bar. 1+ years of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas. 1+ years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma. Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys. Must be fully bilingual in both English and Spanish. Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles. Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life. Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights. Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance. Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.

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