Immigration - General Attorney in Chicago, IL

Public Interest

Chicago, IL

Immigration - General Attorney in Chicago, IL

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Supervisor LGBTQ Team, NIJC

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Supervisor at the organization is responsible for overseeing a legal team that provides legal representation and counseling to non-detained immigrants seeking asylum. The supervisor will supervise a team of attorneys and paralegals, ensuring quality legal counsel and representation. Key responsibilities include:

- Supervising legal services and overseeing paralegals, attorneys, interns, and support staff.
- Developing case strategy, preparation, and representation before governmental agencies.
- Ensuring accurate data entry by paralegals, attorneys, and interns.
- Overseeing and reviewing legal intakes and making legal assessments and determinations regarding representation.
- Ensuring timely case preparation, including case opening, preparing filings, trial preparation, appeals, case closures, and other case management practices.
- Collaborating with the supervisory team to build a strong team and oversee the team’s projects.
- Providing recommendations based on case trends to inform project-based strategic decisions.
- Maintaining and developing strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Conducting factual and legal research.
- Providing legal representation to immigrants in immigration proceedings.
- Drafting correspondence and documents, including applications, briefs, and reports.
- Improving the delivery of legal services, including the use of technology to improve efficiency.
- Conducting legal presentations regarding law and cases to organization staff and members of the immigrant community.
- Maintaining accurate, thorough, and timely records.
- Identifying trends and emerging issues and responding to issues.
- Maintaining current knowledge regarding immigration law and policies and procedures.
- Advancing an anti-racist organization that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Reacting productively to change and handling other essential duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
To perform successfully in this role, an individual must meet the following requirements:

- Education and/or Experience: A Juris Doctorate, a license to practice law, and at least 3 years of experience in the legal field, preferably in immigration law. A bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of experience as a Department of Justice accredited representative is also acceptable. Previous supervisory experience is preferred but not required.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish is required, along with oral and written communication skills. Competency in public speaking and strong interpersonal skills are required. Additional non-English language skills are preferred.
- Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook/Exchange.
- Driving: A current, valid IL Driver's License may be required. The ability to drive one's own vehicle or an organization vehicle to and from sites may be necessary.
- Reasoning Ability: The ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Salary Information:
The salary for the Legal Supervisor position ranges from $72,000 to $84,600 per year. The position is full-time and includes insurance benefits such as medical, dental, vision, STD, and LTD. Other benefits include PTO, sick days, personal days, 11 company holidays, parental leave, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits.

Physical Abilities Statement:
In the office environment at the organization, employees may be required to perform the following physical activities:

- Sitting for extended periods while using computers and participating in meetings.
- Frequent use of a keyboard and mouse for tasks such as data entry, correspondence, and report generation.
- Standing and walking between different areas of the office, attending meetings, or accessing supplies.
- Occasional lifting of office supplies and files.
- Visual acuity to read documents, screens, and other materials effectively.

The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to ensure accessibility and support in fulfilling these physical requirements. Applicants requiring assistance or accommodation are encouraged to communicate their needs.

The organization maintains a policy of non-discrimination against any applicant for employment or any employee based on age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge and consent to undergo a comprehensive background check as part of the employment process, conducted in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.