Staff Attorney – Immigration Unit
Quick answer
Legal Services NYC is hiring a full-time Staff Attorney for the Immigration Unit on Staten Island. The role involves representing clients in immigration matters and providing trauma-informed advocacy with a hybrid work schedule and competitive salary.
- Role
- Staff Attorney – Immigration Unit
- Organization
- Legal Services NYC (LSNYC)
- Location
- Staten Island, New York
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $88,181 - $169,852 USD
- Category
- Legal
The role
Staten Island Legal Services (SILS) seeks a full-time Staff Attorney for the Immigration Unit. The role involves representing clients in immigration matters before Immigration Court and USCIS, providing trauma-informed advocacy, and collaborating with social workers and other legal teams.
What you'll do
- Represent individuals and families in removal proceedings before Immigration Court
- Handle affirmative immigration matters, including asylum applications and family-based petitions
- Collaborate with the unit's staff social worker to provide trauma-informed representation
- Conduct client intake, community education, and outreach activities
- Work collaboratively with attorneys and advocates across LSNYC units
What it takes
- Admitted or in process of being admitted to practice law in New York State
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice and serving low-income immigrant communities
- At least 2-3 years of immigration law direct services experience preferred
- Experience with immigration litigation and/or removal defense, including motions practice and merits hearings
- Experience working with clients who have experienced trauma and other vulnerable populations
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Hybrid remote work policy, excellent benefits package
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Staten Island, New York.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range is $88,181 - $169,852 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include being admitted to practice law in New York State and at least 2-3 years of immigration law direct services experience.
How can I apply for this position?
Interested individuals should upload their resume, cover letter, and writing sample onto Greenhouse. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
How to apply
Apply directly on Legal Services NYC (LSNYC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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