Staff Attorney (Immigration Unit)

The attorney will be expected to: • Represent noncitizens in removal proceedings in immigration court, before the Board of Immigration Appeals and in Probate Court proceedings • Represent non-detained clients released on bond • Provide individualized consultations to detained noncitizens at detention centers in Massachusetts. Travel may be required in the early morning, evenings, and weekends • Work with outside pro bono counsel on assigned cases • Engage in affirmative litigation • Provide individualized advocacy and assistance to immigrants with complex cases due to criminal records and other issues • Conduct know-your-rights and other informational workshops to educate immigrant communities and social service providers about immigration issues affecting their lives • Engage in strategic litigation, legislative advocacy, research and action support • Provide mentorship and supervision to BIA accredited representatives, law student interns, and legal fellows Qualifications: • Applicants must be admitted to a state Bar, with a willingness to seek Connecticut admission as soon as possible. • Immigration law experience is required; preference for attorneys with removal defense experience • Experience representing clients in removal defense experience including law school clinics and internships • Demonstrated commitment to representing low-income, disadvantaged clients • Excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills • Interest in developing new approaches to representing detained noncitizens • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team and with outside assigned counsel. • Ability to manage a high volume of cases • Spanish speaking ability is strongly preferred, but not required.