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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York · 5 days ago

Staff Attorney

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

1+ years exp

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York is seeking a Staff Attorney to work in a diverse legal department focused on providing services for New York City residents, particularly unaccompanied children and other youth. The role involves direct client representation in immigration proceedings, legal consultations, and managing a caseload under supervision.

Association

Responsibilities

Conduct initial consultations and perform in-depth evaluation of eligibility for immigration benefits and/or relief from removal. Provide accurate and thorough legal advice and Know Your Rights information to potential clients

Independently manage a full caseload, under Supervising Attorney supervision. Provide direct representation to clients before USCIS and EOIR in cases including but not limited to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, and U and T visas. Other cases might also include VAWA, TPS, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, inadmissibility waivers, cancellation of removal, and requests for prosecutorial discretion. Represent clients in New York State courts to obtain orders necessary for SIJS

Comply with all program reporting and record-keeping requirements, which include but are not limited to maintaining an up-to-date dashboard of assigned cases, regularly updated and through case notes, accurate and updated electronic and paper case files, and timely reporting to partners and stakeholders

Prepare written case evaluation memos and consult with supervising attorney and managing attorney as needed to determine legal theory and case strategy for all cases accepted for representation. Ensure thorough, written planning for case management and timeline, and adjust as needed

Maintain strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders, including funders; state and local social and legal service providers; and USCIS, EOIR, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Supervise substantive work of paralegals (migration counselors) on legal cases and consultations

Train, mentor and supervise legal interns, legal fellows, and volunteers for work on individual cases, presentations, legal screenings, and related work. Provide in-house and external trainings and presentations, including CLEs , as directed. Engage in and lead outreach presentations

Qualification

Juris DoctorNY Bar admissionImmigration law experienceResearch skillsAnalytical skillsSpanish proficiencyWriting skillsClient-centered servicesPublic interest commitmentMulticultural communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProject managementTime management

Required

Juris Doctor required

Admission to the NY Bar is required

Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills. Strong attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills, maturity, and an ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative team environment. Experience working with paralegals or other support staff

Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills

Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed, client-centered, and culturally and linguistically responsive services and principles

Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, particularly to children's issues and/or immigration

Ability to work and communicate effectively and sensitively in a diverse and multicultural environment

Ability to travel throughout the five boroughs and the Archdiocese