IMMIGRATION LAW ATTORNEY (Worcester)

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate • Worcester, MA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

CWJC seeks an attorney to join a vibrant, talented team that provides legal assistance in a range of humanitarian-based immigration law matters. The attorney's work will focus on removal defense work, largely but not exclusively for non-detained individuals. The position is funded by a state grant under the Massachusetts Access to Counsel Initiative ("MACI") initiative which is designed to expand access to counsel for Massachusetts noncitizens in removal proceedings and will provide specialized training and mentorship. The attorney will be based in CWJC's Worcester office and, in addition to directly serving clients, will assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.

Requirements

• New law school graduates and more experienced lawyers are eligible to apply.
• Ability and willingness to manage a growing and busy caseload over time.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative setting.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency or advanced proficiency in a language in addition to English, particularly Spanish.
• Prior experience in immigration law.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance in humanitarian-based immigration law matters.
• Focus on removal defense work, primarily for non-detained individuals.
• Assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.
• Manage a growing and busy caseload over time.

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 weeks 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