Bilingual Immigration Attorney

JAMLAC is currently seeking interested applicants for a full-time Bilingual Immigration Attorney. The job is open immediately. JAMLAC is prepared to hire an exceptionally qualified candidate as soon as possible. This is a grant funded position.

JAMLACs immigration legal practice includes comprehensive full-service direct representation before USCIS and the immigration courts (EOIR). This position will be trained and work on cases before USCIS on affirmative application including family-based petitions humanitarian applications (i.e. asylum U Visa VAWA SIJS) and Naturalization.

• Active good-standing license to practice law in at any U.S. State and a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
• 1-2 yearsexperience working in immigration law
• Fluent in Spanish and English
• Experience working with victims of crime and other indigent individuals
• Desire to stand up for the rights of victims of domestic violence sexual assault and stalking including noncitizen victims
• Commitmentto Diversity Equity and Inclusion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn Clio (Case Management Software)

Litigation and Representation Responsibilities

• Full representation including entry of appearance on immigration benefit applications before USCIS EOIR and other agencies as necessary; including but not limited to VAWA self-petitions U visa applications SIJS applications (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status) DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) Naturalization applications employment authorization asylum applications (limited to those related to domestic violence and/or sexual assault) cancellation of removal and/or other defenses before the immigration court and other civil immigration matters as needed by client.
• Participationin weekly review of client intakes and review of active cases with Supervising Attorney.
• Initial consultation including discussion regarding attorney/client privilege and confidentiality; advises clients on legal rights and responsibilities including victims rights under the Colorado Victim Rights Act & Colorado Victim Compensation.
• Guidance for clients on collection of supporting documents required for various immigration applications.
• Assistance drafting requisite victim personal statement as needed.
• Prepare client and attend court hearings with client USCIS interviews and other immigration agency related interviews.
• Ensure all immigration applications and paperwork are complete detailed and timely filed.
• Update immigration case management list including status updates; filing deadlines and overall progression of immigration cases.
• Participate in an in-person orientation on grant deliverables and project-related expectations with JAMLAC Director and Supervising Attorney.
• Participate in professional development training courses aimed at enhancing abilities to provide crime victims with civil legal services which will be in-person via webinar or conference call.
• Work with immigration paralegals legal assistants interns and volunteers providing support on immigration cases.
• Work with paralegals legal assistants and victim advocate to ensure clients have access to additional support services. Directs clients to community resources/service providers and pro bono representation for non-immigration legal issues in furtherance of goal to provide holistic legal services.
• Participate in JAMLAC Workshops as needed; work with Workshop Coordinator and Immigration Department to assist workshop participants with immigration applications; conduct community trainings for workshop participants as appropriate.
• Participate in collaborative relationships including attendance at meetings relating to partnerships/collaborations; Coordinate with other JAMLAC staff to strengthen collaborative relationships throughout the Denver Metro service area.
• Coordinate with community organizations to provide legal services and expand legal services to additional victims in the Denver Metro service area.
• Assist and provide educational presentations to victim services organization and other community organizations as assigned.

General Expectations

• Must be a team player with a collaborative style of leadership.
• Must understand support and be willing and able to integrate JAMLACs vision mission and values both personally and professionally.
• Appropriate office attire/business casual.
• Appropriate conduct with clients (confidentiality respect courtesy concern)
• Compliance with Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain personal work time sheets.
• Assist with front desk coverage including answering phones/office reception as needed.

Leadership and Management Responsibilities

• Attend weekly JAMLAC staff meetings and other staff retreats/meetings as appropriate.
• Meet regularly and build positive relationships with JAMLAC key leadership including the JAMLAC Director Immigration Director Associate Director Development Director paralegals JAMLAC Victim Advocate and Navigator.
• Manage paralegals working on your cases.
• Learn and maintain JAMLACs systems of operation and work to improve office procedures where appropriate.
• Actively engage with and energize JAMLAC volunteers Board Members and partner organizations as assigned by JAMLAC Leadership Team.
• Speak at community and church functions as appropriate.
• Participate in JAMLAC team building activities.

Grant Management Responsibilities

• Serve as point person in gathering data necessary for financial and narrative quarterly semiannual and annual reports to funding sources. Write and submit timely accurate reports in accordance with reporting parameters.
• Collaborate with JAMLACs development department to strategize and explore future development and donor opportunities.

Salary and Benefits
Salary ranges from $70000 to $80000 depending on education and experience. This is a grant funded position. We provide a generous benefits package including:

• 75% contribution toward Medical Insurance premiums for employees and dependents along with a generous monthly Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
• A monthly stipend of $500/month for individuals and $1000 for employees with dependents (if Medical Insurance is waived)
• Access to optional group Vision and Dental Benefits
• 401K savings plan with annual employer contribution available after one year of employment
• Generous Vacation Time and Sick Leave plus over 14 paid holidays and December holiday closure at full pay
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules
• Emphasis on self-care and well-being including additional time off for self-care and reimbursement for therapy sessions