Divorce Law Attorney / Immigration - General Attorney in Miami, FL

Public Interest

Miami, FL

Divorce Law Attorney / Immigration - General Attorney in Miami, FL

Attorney

No

Job Title:
Staff Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice and representation in immigration law.
- Conduct Know Your Rights presentations in the community.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents including contracts, pleadings, and agreements.
- Represent clients in court, arbitration, mediation, or other immigration proceedings.
- Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents.
- Manage a caseload efficiently, ensuring timely progression and resolution of matters.
- Communicate effectively with clients, providing clear explanations and updates on case progress.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies and solutions for complex legal issues.
- Maintain high ethical standards and comply with all professional responsibilities and legal obligations.

Education and Experience Information:
- . degree required.
- Florida Bar membership required.
- Preference for experience in immigration law.
- 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 national level.
- Excellent presentation skills for community outreach, education, and training.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Ability to handle a high-volume caseload with multiple deadlines and other tasks simultaneously.
- Enthusiastic about and committed to working alongside people from diverse cultural, educational, professional, and socioeconomic backgrounds. A demonstrated belief in diversity, inclusion, and equity for all individuals.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative environment that values giving and receiving feedback.
- Experience with immigration and/or child dependency legal clinics in law school would be especially helpful.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fully bilingual, including reading and writing, in English, Spanish and/or Haitian Creole required. Speakers of Mayan languages strongly encouraged to apply.
- Must have own transportation.
- Must be willing to submit to an extensive background check, including FBI, statewide repository, and sex offender registry checks.

Salary Information:
- Salary ranges from USD $70,600 to $129,600 per year, depending on experience.
- Salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits:
- A comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage.
- 15 paid days of vacation leave.
- 13 paid holidays.
- 10 paid health days.
- 1 personal day.
- After one year of employment, staff are entitled to paid parental leave and up to 3% matching employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan.
- Vacation and health leave increase after two- and five-year anniversaries.
- Paid sabbatical available at five years.

Location:
- Hybrid work model.
- Work must be performed in Florida, US.

Application Process:
- The application process is open until filled.
- Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references with the subject line "STAFF ATTORNEY" to the provided email.
- Interviews: Top candidates will be invited to interview and submit references.

Organizational Commitment:
- The organization is an EOE/AA employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, immigrants, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented groups.
- The organization values strength in diversity and inclusion within the office and is actively working towards providing an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment free from discrimination for all.

Additional Information:
- The organization is committed to ensuring that each candidate is placed in a position where they can thrive and contribute effectively to the organization's cause and success.
- Applicants will be considered for multiple vacancies, with final placement based on the role that best matches their experience and preferences.

Jun 16, 2025
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