What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney, Immigration position at Empire Justice Center?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : LONG ISLAND – CENTRAL ISLIP
Employment Status : Full-Time
FLSA Status : Exempt
Practice Group : Immigration Law
I. Organization Information
Empire Justice Center, a diverse and highly respected statewide legal services organization, seeks a Staff Attorney for our Immigration Law practice group. This is an opportunity to join and grow in one of the most influential organizations serving marginalized low-income individuals and families in New York State.
Empire Justice Center attracts and employs a diverse team of dedicated, determined, and passionate advocates who significantly impact the lives of low-income New Yorkers. We succeed through direct legal representation, high-impact litigation, and legislative and administrative advocacy. As an organization, we provide top-notch training and technical assistance to other advocates to ensure fairness and justice for New Yorkers. We thrive on our commitment to supporting justice for populations that have historically experienced high levels of oppression. These populations include racially diverse individuals and families experiencing poverty, housing insecurity, immigration issues, and domestic violence. Additionally, the organization advocates for people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and school-age children facing discrimination and violations of their civil rights in schools.
Our offices in Rochester, Albany, Westchester County, and Long Island offer staff an exciting, dynamic, inclusive working environment with a solid commitment to work / life balance, teamwork, diversity, wellness, and personal / professional development.
II. Position Summary
Empire Justice Center is pleased to announce an opening for a Staff Attorney for our Immigration Law practice group. Under the Acacia contract, this position will provide representation and advice to unaccompanied minors, including in immigration and family court. This attorney will visit clients at the Mercy First Detention Center run by ORR, advocate for their asylum in the United States, and release them to families and other appropriate guardians.
Requirements :
III. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Travel to and work in the Long Island, Central Islip office is required to meet client and organizational needs.
o This position is eligible for a hybrid work request under the organizational policy.
o U Visa petitions
o Federal Court appeals
o Administrative Appeals
o Removal proceedings and appeals
o Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.
o Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
o Naturalization and adjustment of status
o Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitions
o Proceedings seeking a child’s recognized lawful status in the United States.
IV. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
o Admission to practice in New York State and good standing or admission pending;
TO APPLY : Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If interested, e-mail a resume, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references (one supervisor required) who are aware of this application to employment@empirejustice.org. Please include “Staff Attorney, Immigration, First / Last Name” in the email's subject line. No phone calls or hard copies, please. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Mercedece Love, Human Resources and Compliance Manager, at mlove@empirejustice.org. Empire Justice Center is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Empire Justice Center ensures that persons with disabilities and / or communication barriers have reasonable accommodations.
