Staff Attorney

U.S. COMM FOR REFUGE • Dearborn, MI

20h • $88,000 - $91,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) is seeking an experienced bilingual immigration attorney to provide pro bono case management and legal services to foreign national victims of human trafficking in the Detroit metropolitan area. This role is part of the STARS (Surviving Trauma and Reaching Success) program, funded by the Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime, and will last for a three-year grant period. The attorney will be based in or near Detroit, Michigan.

Requirements

• J.D. with a valid license to practice law, member of the State Bar preferred.
• At least two (2) years of experience practicing immigration law.
• Ability to commute to the office on a daily basis throughout the work week.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing and demonstrated intercultural communication ability.
• Spanish fluency preferred.
• High-level of proficiency in MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel and database programs.
• Flexibility for frequent evening and weekend work.
• Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently is desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to immigration, social justice, and human rights.

Nice To Haves

• Member of the State Bar preferred.
• Spanish fluency preferred.
• Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team and also work independently is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducting intakes and providing legal consultations to determine eligibility for legal relief.
• Preparing and submitting immigration applications for Asylum, T and U Visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA, TPS, Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, and Work Authorization.
• Making appropriate referrals to other service providers and relevant community partners.
• Representing clients before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Executive Office for Immigration Review, and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
• Conducting outreach, leading trainings, and participating in networking activities.
• Maintaining bar membership through continuing legal education.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Attorney.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level