*Job Summary*: The Immigration and Anti- Trafficking Practice of the Center for Legal Services (CLS) provides legal representation and advocacy to immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Under the supervision of the Managing Director of the CLS, the Managing Attorney will represent individual clients, manage immigration unit staff and practice, supervise staff caseloads, and participate in grant proposals and reporting.
CLS serves MSP’s clients in a holistic way by coordinating services with other programs, providing a high standard of professional practice and empowering clients.
CLS also serves as a leader in working for greater access to justice for immigrants by advocating for policies, laws and training at the court, local, state, and federal levels that are responsive to immigrant survivors’ concerns.
*RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Supervise immigration and anti-trafficking unit staff, ensuring that clients are served in a trauma-informed manner, while employing best practices for effective client representation.
· Provide direct legal representation and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and anti-trafficking in immigration law matters, including all aspects of preparing VAWA Self-Petitions, Battered Spouse Waivers, Adjustment of Status Applications, Asylum applications, VAWA Cancellation of Removal and other removal defense strategies, SIJS, U visas, and T visas.
· Conduct legal intake and assessment of potential clients.
· Manage grant portfolio to ensure that goals, objectives, and reporting requirements are met, including compiling attorney statistics, and analyzing data for program reports.
· Conduct training and community presentations internally and externally.
· Attend and participate in department staff meetings, agency-wide committees, and ongoing training.
* Work closely with Managing Director of Center for Legal Services and department in providing leadership and vision for strategic growth and direction of the Immigration and Anti-Trafficking units.
* Other projects as assigned by the CLS Managing Director.
*QUALIFICATIONS*:
* Juris Doctor and admission to NY or other state bar.
* 5 years post-graduate immigration (USCIS/Immigration Court) experience preferred.
* Prior supervisory/management experience strongly preferred.
* Non-profit domestic violence experience preferred.
* Commitment to serving the public interest with the highest standards of client-centered legal practice.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Strong project management and organization skills, including the ability to work independently, assess priorities, take initiative, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
* Experience and enthusiasm for working well with diverse clients, communities, and colleagues, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
* Fluency or proficiency in Spanish or another language spoken by the communities we serve is preferred, but not required.
*ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW: *At MSP, we strongly believe that integrating a world-changing approach into all areas of our work is essential to ending domestic violence and human trafficking.
Our dynamic and diverse team of compassionate advocates is working to create a world in which every individual has the basic human right to be free from gender-based violence and to engage in relationships that embrace the principles of respect, equality, and safety.
MSP responds to domestic violence and human trafficking in Westchester County, New York, providing multi-lingual, trauma-informed legal and supportive services.
We bolster our work with clients by engaging in extensive outreach and community education, strengthening the systemic response to all forms of gender-based violence.
*GREAT BENEFITS AND PTO PACKAGE: *MSP employees enjoy a generous health benefits package that includes dental and vision care.
Our Financial Savings Plain reflects a commitment to the future well-being of our employees.
PTO and self-care are important to us, and we offer a PTO plan that includes vacation, sick time, and personal days.
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Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000
Hybrid Remote Schedule in White Plains, NY 10601
_MSP values you, your growth, and your contributions.
My Sisters’ Place believes that an effective, broad-based movement for social transformation must be rooted in anti-oppression principles as we work toward a more just and equitable society.
People of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ Community are encouraged to apply.
MSP policy prohibits discrimination due to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and national origin in employment and delivery of services.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.
00 - $120,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
* White Plains, NY 10601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in White Plains, NY 10601
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