Pro Bono Immigration Attorney

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Job Overview: The Pro Bono Immigration Attorney will collaborate closely with the Chief Pro Bono Counsel to manage and enhance pro bono immigration services within a prestigious international law firm. This role involves supporting attorneys across U.S. offices, overseeing a diverse range of immigration cases, and contributing to the firm's commitment to pro bono work.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Manage and expand pro bono immigration matters, increasing attorney involvement in these efforts.
• Collaborate with the Pro Bono Team to develop projects and clinics, including partnerships with corporate clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with U.S. legal services agencies in various cities.
• Mentor and supervise attorneys on immigration-related cases, providing resources and guidance.
• Review submissions for USCIS and immigration courts, and support attorneys in preparation for interviews, hearings, and trials.
• Stay updated on immigration laws and policies; provide targeted legal updates to attorneys.
• Lead training sessions on immigration topics for the legal team.
• Temporarily act as attorney-of-record when needed during attorney leaves or transitions.
• Develop and update training materials, resources, and templates for immigration filings.
• Manage the pro bono immigration docket, ensuring deadlines are met and cases are staffed appropriately.
• Oversee recordkeeping systems and update policies and procedures as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Active bar membership in good standing in the primary jurisdiction of practice
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in humanitarian immigration relief
• Extensive knowledge of various areas of humanitarian immigration law, such as asylum, removal defense, naturalization, adjustment of status, TPS, humanitarian parole, SIJS, VAWA, and T and U visas

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Certifications:

• Bar membership in good standing

Skills and Experience:

• Proven commitment to protecting immigrants' rights
• Experience within a corporate law firm environment
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor attorneys
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a capacity to teach immigration law
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)
• Willingness to travel and adjust work hours as needed to meet business demands

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Spanish or another language in addition to English

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306