Pro Bono Immigration Attorney

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

Founded over 100 years ago, this is one of the world's leading international law firms. With offices worldwide, the firm provides expertise in a range of industries. The firm strives to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds and is committed to providing the highest-quality services to clients. Serving high-profile clientele, the firm also believes in giving back to the public by taking pro bono projects. Being surrounded by very experienced colleagues will stimulate professional growth. The office has a friendly teamwork environment and mind-opening opportunities. Caring about each individual, the firm provides a great package of benefits and bonuses.