IMMIGRATION LAW ATTORNEY CWJC (Springfield)

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate • Springfield, MA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Central West Justice Center (CWJC) seeks an attorney to join its team providing legal assistance in humanitarian-based immigration law matters, including removal defense, VAWA petitions, U and T visas, SIJ petitions, and asylum cases. The attorney will also engage in community outreach, including community consultation sessions and know-your-rights trainings, and assist with preparing periodic grant reports. The position is based in CWJC’s Springfield office, with a hybrid work environment requiring advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.

CWJC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Community Legal Aid (CLA). Together, CWJC and CLA have more than 180 staff working across multiple offices in Central and Western Massachusetts. Their core work includes client-centered advocacy and outreach and partnerships with client communities. CWJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• Current third-year law students, new law school graduates, and more experienced lawyers are eligible to apply.
• 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, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole.
• Prior experience in immigration law.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance in humanitarian-based immigration 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 with preparing 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: four weeks vacation, three 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