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Contract Attorney – Unaccompanied Minors

AttorneyAttorneyContractRemoteSeniorTeam 51-200Since 1937H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Pennsylvania

Posted

14 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Seniority

Senior

English

Job Description

• Assist with representation to children (both detained and released children) as needed in immigration matters such as asylum, SIJS, U Visas, T Visas, and voluntary departure, including those in removal proceedings. • Review legal screenings conducted by legal assistants to determine children's preliminary eligibility for immigration relief. • Communicate regularly with the legal team regarding the status of children in detention, advocate for best interests of the child regarding placements upon release. • Participate in staff development and training opportunities provided by JFCS, maintain attorney license, and stay abreast of changes in policies and procedures. • Clear, professional, and appropriate communication with clients, staff, and U.S. government officials. • Be responsible for tracking outcomes of cases and providing timely reports for funders.

Job Requirements

  • J.D. with license to practice in any state or U.S. territory, special consideration given to PA and WV (required)
  • Registered to practice with EOIR
  • Familiarity with utilizing interpretation and translation services
  • Experience in representing unaccompanied children before USCIS and in removal court (required)
  • Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills
  • Experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma (preferred)
  • Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and work independently (required)

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