TEMPORARY IMMIGRATION LAW ATTORNEY CWJC (Worcester MA)

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate • Worcester, MA

1d • $73,000 - $109,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

CWJC seeks an attorney to work for the period of one year as part of a vibrant, talented team that provides legal assistance in a range of humanitarian-based immigration law matters, including but not limited to removal defense, VAWA petitions, U and T visas, SIJ petitions, and asylum cases. The attorney will engage in community outreach, including community consultation sessions and know-your-rights trainings, and will assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports. The position is in CWJC's Worcester office. Central West Justice Center (CWJC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Community Legal Aid (CLA). Together, CWJC and CLA have over 180 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices in Central and Western Massachusetts. Our core work includes effective client-centered advocacy and robust outreach to and partnerships with our client communities. CWJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CWJC encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• New law school graduates and more experienced lawyers are eligible to apply.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency or advanced proficiency in language in addition to English strongly preferred, particularly Spanish, Portuguese or Haitian Creole.
• Prior experience in immigration law and demonstrated experience working with diverse communities strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance in humanitarian-based immigration law matters, including removal defense, VAWA petitions, U and T visas, SIJ petitions, and asylum cases.
• Engage in community outreach, including community consultation sessions and know-your-rights trainings.
• Assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer-paid contribution
• Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid leave (4 week's vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Relocation stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed