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The American Immigration Council works to strengthen America by shaping how America thinks about and acts towards immigrants and immigration and by working toward a more fair and just immigration system that opens its doors to those in need of protection and unleashes the energy and skills that immigrants bring. The Immigration Justice Campaign is a collaboration between the American Immigration Council and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. The Campaign is a broad-based project to activate a community of lawyers (and other volunteers with supporting skills) to defend noncitizens facing detention and removal and to advocate for due process and justice for noncitizens targeted for immigration enforcement.
The Campaign matches volunteers to noncitizens seeking release through parole and/or bond as well as representation in Immigration Court, the Asylum Office, and before the Board of Immigration Appeals and Circuit Courts. Your role
The Training & Legal Support Attorney will be a national resource for attorneys engaged in pro bono immigration representation with a focus on detained immigrants. The Attorney will focus on the preparation of innovative education and training materials under the direction of the
Senior Managing Attorney, to best support attorneys providing pro bono legal services at scale.
The Attorney will play a key role in ensuring that Campaign volunteers and our local partners have the necessary training materials and mentorship to succeed in their cases and to disrupt the deportation machinery. The Attorney will also ensure that the training page of Campaign's website is up-to-date and remains a leading innovative resource for practitioners in the field who are new to immigration practice. The Attorney will also provide mentorship to pro bono attorneys and help the Campaign continue to refine and expand its innovative mentorship models.
The Attorney will field inquiries not only on practice and procedure, but also on substantive relief and release strategies. As with all positions at the Council, this position requires commitment to the Council's mission and the organization's culture of philanthropy. Essential Job Functions:Training and Education Develop and deliver innovative training programs and materials including practice guides, templates, and webinars for the Campaign network on bond, parole, asylum, removal defense and other relevant topics, under the direction of the
Senior Managing Attorney.
Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations and best practices to ensure training content is accurate and effective. Technical Assistance Serve as a resource for pro bono attorneys, providing legal guidance, case strategies, and technical support. Provide individual and group mentorship to Campaign volunteers providing pro bono representation in bond, parole and defensive asylum cases, with a primary focus on detained cases. Conduct case reviews and offers substantive feedback to ensure quality legal representation.
Review and maintains the Campaign's training webpages to ensure they are accurate, up-to-date, and provide comprehensive guidance for pro bono attorneys and volunteers to succeed in their cases. Collaborates with the
Senior Managing Attorney to identify and implement improvements based on feedback and evolving legal practices. Respond to inquiries from the Campaign network in a timely and professional manner. Compliance and Reporting Ensure that all pro bono efforts comply with legal and ethical standards.
Track and report on pro bono activities, including participation, outcomes, and impact. Assist in grant reporting and other documentation requirements related to pro bono initiatives. Requirements Juris Doctor as well as three plus (3+) years relevant immigration law experience, with at least 2 years of experience representing detained clients in bond and merits proceedings, is requiredExperience providing training and/or mentorship to other attorneys or Accredited Representatives strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and educational materials is essentialExperience managing or coordinating pro bono programs is preferredProficiency with legal case management systems and technology is an asset A background in nonprofit or legal aid organizations is strongly preferred
This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility in work location.
Occasional travel may be required for training events, conferences, or meetings with partners. The role requires a reliable internet connection, a dedicated home office setup, and regular use of standard office equipment such as a computer and phone. The work involves extended periods of computer use throughout the day. We offer an extremely generous total compensation package (salary and benefits). Benefits include - medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, flexible work schedules, 3+ weeks' vacation, 11 Federal holidays, and many more exciting benefit programs
Your ColleaguesDedicated, dynamic, collaborative, and compassionate.A community of individuals passionate about their work.
The Council believes that diversity is a strength. The Council is committed to being a safe, respectful, and inclusive space, where a broad range of viewpoints and experiences are encouraged and every member of its staff and board is given the opportunity to thrive. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills of the employee.
Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. American Immigration Council is an at-will employer and may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. American Immigration Council is an active Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
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