Staff Attorney

U.S. COMM FOR REFUGE•Detroit, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), is a non-governmental, not-for-profit international organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in migration by advancing fair and humane public policy, facilitating, and providing direct professional services, and promoting the full participation of migrants in community life. For over 100 years, we have shaped history with the belief that immigrants strengthen our communities, economy and social fabric through freedom, hard work, and family unity. To learn more about our work, please go to our official website at www.refugees.org [http://www.refugees.org/]. USCRI has received federal funding through the Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime to provide culturally appropriate and trauma‑informed pro bono case management and legal services to foreign national victims of human trafficking in both the Detroit metropolitan area and Austin, Texas, for a three‑year grant period. The program is called STARS: Surviving Trauma and Reaching Success. USCRI seeks to hire an experienced bilingual immigration attorney who can professionally conduct the duties and responsibilities listed herein throughout the duration of the grant period at an office located in or nearby 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
Fluency in written and oral Spanish
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.

Responsibilities

Conducting intakes and providing legal consultations to determine eligibility for legal relief
Preparing and submitting immigration applications for the following:
Asylum
T and U Visas
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
VAWA
TPS
Naturalization
Adjustment of Status
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.