Immigration Attorney
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Competitive salary
The Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a community-based, nonprofit social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage. CIANA is looking for a highly personable, detail-oriented, and experienced attorney to provide immigration legal services in a community-based setting. Applicant must be a self-starter and a team player who is able to work well with a small legal team. This position is in-person at our Astoria, Queens office. Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school;
- Passed the NY Uniform Bar Exam and is fully authorized to practice law in NY State,
- 3+ years experience practicing immigration law;
- Experience in filing various forms of immigration relief, including but not limited to Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, DACA, Family/Fianc Petitions, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), TPS, VAWA, Asylum, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS);
- Strong research skills and ability to analyze complex immigration issues effectively;
- Ability to mentor junior staff and interns;
- Strong background and experience with defensive court cases in immigration and family court.
- Conduct legal consultations/screenings and determine available relief;
- Schedule and confirm new appointments and maintain caseload;
- Manage correspondence between CIANA, clients, partner organization, and government institutions;
- Document legal cases in CIANA database management system and maintain physical case files;
- Attend trainings and meetings with other organizations;
- Accompany and represent clients in immigration and/or family court.
Please include a cover letter, your resume, and salary requirements to [email protected]. For more information about CIANA, please visit our website at and follow us on social media @cianainc.
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