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Supervising Attorney

Position Summary

Oasis Legal Services seeks an experienced attorney and courageous advocate to represent low-income lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) clients who have been persecuted for their sexuality and gender identity and are seeking safety in the United States. The Supervising Attorney is a new position at Oasis, and the ideal candidate is self-aware, takes initiative, and skilled at navigating power dynamics, with at least two years of experience representing clients in front of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). We are excited to hire someone with supervisory experience who loves collaborating across programs and teams, is energized by tasks they have never done before and learning about new topics, and is able to effectively communicate complex legal topics to clients in Spanish and English, without an interpreter or translator.

Who We Are

Oasis Legal Services empowers low-income LGBTQ+ immigrants who have survived violence and persecution due to their sexuality, gender identity, and/or HIV status by increasing access to quality culturally-responsive legal representation and social services. Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in May 2017, Oasis now serves more than 800 clients every year through two offices in California’s Central Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We are proud of the work we do and our commitment to our clients. This exceptional team is known for our compassion, empathy, and deep expertise. Join us!

Reporting Relationships

The Supervising Attorney reports to the Director of Programs and Advocacy based in the Berkeley CA office. This role supervises several full-time Berkeley-based employees: two attorneys, and for 10 weeks every summer, up to two legal interns. The Supervising Attorney may also supervise up to two part-time legal interns during the school year.

Major Responsibilities

Representation of LGBTQ+ Immigrants

● Directly represent LGBTQ+ clients: ○ in removal proceedings in front of the Executive Office for Immigration Review, (EOIR);

○ in affirmative asylum proceedings in front of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS);

○ in credible-fear and reasonable-fear interviews and check-ins in front of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE);

○ in habeas proceedings in front of California District Courts; and

○ in California State Court for the purposes of obtaining Special Immigrant Juvenile Status predicate orders.

● Interview clients about sensitive topics, and communicate complex legal concepts to clients in Spanish and English, so they understand their options, can make informed decisions, and are prepared for hearings.

● Gather information and collect evidence to inform legal research, case investigation, and strategy. Prepare immigration forms, update databases and maintain accurate records.

● Manage relationships with clients, witnesses, and experts, coordinate their efforts, and track deadlines for a large caseload of up to 15 active clients at a time. Work with the Social Services Program to make referrals for collateral issues clients are facing. Respond to inquiries in a timely manner, including from many clients whose cases have already been filed and are pending.

Legal Supervision & People Management

● Supervise the legal work of other attorneys and legal advocates to ensure they are providing competent legal representation to clients and managing their caseloads effectively and efficiently. This may include co-counseling cases and other inventions as needed.

● Assign legal work and administrative tasks to paralegals, legal interns, pro bono attorneys and other volunteers, for cases under your name and license, in coordination with the Asylum Program Director and Director of Programs & Advocacy. Review declarations, motions, and briefs, and observe intakes and hearings.

● Serve as the Oasis supervisor for two attorneys and up to two legal interns at a time. Participate in weekly check-ins with these team members to provide ongoing feedback and support, and guide people in developing and executing appropriate advocacy strategies for their new and ongoing cases.

● Participate in Legal Team and Management Team meetings. Support effective recruitment and orientation of Legal Team members, create the conditions for people to succeed at Oasis, support them in following Oasis policies and procedures in tandem with the Operations Team, and identify and facilitate training and other professional development opportunities.

Community Engagement & Advocacy

● Prepare and deliver training internally to Oasis colleagues, external partners and service providers on topics such as asylum law, trauma- informed representation, and serving LGBTQ+ immigrants, to increase the capacity of the legal community to serve LGBTQ+

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immigrants. Develop new training content and resources as needed to help ensure materials anticipate emerging needs and reflect current law and practice.

● Engage in outreach to LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities, and speak persuasively about Oasis and our work to potential clients and to other organizations that serve them, so that all eligible community members are aware of Oasis services.

● Participate in Advocacy Team meetings and help create strategies to foster client empowerment and elevate LGBTQ+ immigrant voices.

Other Responsibilities

● Participate in staff, departmental and team meetings, Oasis-sponsored professional development activities and other required training, annual all-staff gathering, and performance appraisal systems.

● Work collaboratively with all staff members to ensure effective, comprehensive support for clients and coordinate best practices across teams, departments, and Oasis offices.

● All other duties assigned by the Supervisor and Executive Director.

What We’re Looking for

● At least five years of experience as a licensed attorney, including a minimum of two years representing clients in front of EOIR.

● Juris Doctor degree (J.D.), and member in good standing of a state bar and licensed to practice law in the United States.

● Proficient in both English and Spanish languages (spoken and written). Must be able to communicate complex legal topics to clients in Spanish and English, without an interpreter or translator.

● Facility with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom, and macOS, with ability to learn how to navigate other platforms required for work.

● Able to communicate in person and via phone, email and video conference, to work at a computer for extended periods of time, and travel locally to various locations for client appointments and outreach events.

● Able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or participate in an interactive process for accommodations.

Oasis Competencies – How You’ll Do the Work

● Problem-solving and resourcefulness. Skilled in critical thinking and legal analysis, and able to lead others in creative problem-solving. Structures and delegates work to ensure deadlines are met, and sets high expectations for quality.

● Excellent Communication skills, including strong legal research, writing, editing, and oral presentation skills. Attentive, empathetic relationship-builder with clients, external partners, and colleagues. Leads productive exchanges to give and receive input.

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● Collaboration, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people and marginalized groups. Models expectations for an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

● Management skills. Highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented. Able to set priorities, and manage multiple tasks and people at once. Provides an appropriate level of day-to-day support to their team, differentiating their style according to the situation.

Bonus Qualifications

● Supervisory experience, especially supervising other attorneys and legal advocates with partial or full U.S. Department of Justice accreditation.

● Experience working with LGBTQ+ community members and/or immigrant communities, such as through project management; community organizing, education, training or outreach; and/or social services delivery in a non-profit or government context.

● Experience working with low-income, incarcerated and/or detained clients

● Experience with federal litigation

● Language proficiency in Arabic or Portuguese, in addition to English and Spanish

Other Details

This is an exempt full-time role (35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) based at the Oasis Legal Services office in Berkeley CA, with the option to work from home up to two days per week. The work schedule is subject to change based on programmatic needs, and working some evenings, weekends or holidays may be required. Candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area, and able to work in a shared-office environment where there may be ambient noise and overheard conversations.

Compensation

We believe in paying people fairly for the jobs they do at Oasis, and our compensation philosophy is based on the responsibilities and scope of the role, not the individual who happens to be filling the role or the geographic region where they happen to be doing that job, for example. Please note that we have a negotiation-free policy in order to apply our pay scale uniformly across the organization and create internal pay equity.

● Annual salary is commensurate with years of same-level experience in a similar role, either $88,000 a candidate with 5 years of experience as a licensed attorney, or $98,000 for 6-10 years of experience, or $108,000 for 11+ years of experience. This pay is for working our standard full-time work schedule of seven hours per day and 35 hours per week. Candidates to advance to the final interview will be asked to provide information about their same-level experience in any similar role, if not included in their resume, as the basis for Oasis to calculate a possible job offer within our salary framework.

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● Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off policy (approximately 25 days annually), winter office closure, and 14 holidays per year including quarterly Oasis wellness days. Sabbatical leave after six years

● Employer contributions to health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision), group life insurance, Simple IRA retirement account, and Oasis Family Leave

● Pre-tax savings on commuter benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care expenses

● Professional development funds (budget permitting)

● Relocation support may be available for moving to California from another U.S. state or country

To Apply

We want to hear from you! Complete these two steps by Sunday, January 4, 2026, for priority consideration:

1. Submit your cover letter, resume, and a sample of your legal writing (max. five pages) to hiring@oasislegalservices.org, with the position title and your name in the subject line (example: “Supervising Attorney, Fulano de Tal”)

2. Fill out this short application form: https://forms.gle/sfuCGUbpKjyTGXwU6

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and this position is open until filled. At this time, Oasis Legal Services is not able to sponsor candidates who are not already authorized to work in the United States.

Oasis Legal Services is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for a highly-qualified staff that is diverse across many dimensions. Candidates who identify as LGBTQ+, immigrants, Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Oasis Legal Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, and associated characteristics; caste or religion; gender, sex, or sexual orientation; age; national origin or ancestry; citizenship status; disability or medical condition; prior contact with the criminal justice system; or any other basis prohibited by law.

Hurtubise Weber Law seeking a part-time immigration attorney

About the position:

We are seeking a US licensed attorney for a permanent part-time role, approximately 20

hours per week. This attorney will represent individuals and families applying before USCIS

for a􀆯irmative immigration benefits such as permanent residency and naturalization.

The position will be primarily remote, but with occasional USCIS interview representation

(likely 1-2 times per month) in San Jose and San Francisco, California.

The position will start on a contract basis and quickly move to part-time W2 status if it is a

good fit. Salary is $50 per hour, dependent on experience.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of family based immigration experience and at

least 1 year of deportation defense experience.

Personal fit and long-term commitment is important to our small firm. Our vibe is informal,

but our work is e􀆯icient and meticulous. Applicants who provide a cover letter explaining

why they are a good fit are preferred.

About our firm:

Hurtubise Weber Law practices exclusively a􀆯irmative business and family immigration

law. While based in San Francisco and San Jose, our team is dispersed and the firm

operates fully virtually. We o􀆯er a supportive and collegial atmosphere. All team members

work part-time to ensure a healthy work/life balance that produces better results for our

clients.

Primary responsibilities:

 Take ownership of and responsibility for an individual caseload

 Oversee and manage paralegals/case managers to ensure a smooth and e􀆯icient

process for each client

 Prepare and file family-based immigration applications and petitions with USCIS

and the Department of State

 Prepare and file naturalization applications with USCIS

 Prepare and file occasional humanitarian-based visa applications and petitions with

USCIS

 Guide clients through the entire immigration process, from initial consultation to

approval of a benefit

 Prepare clients for and occasionally represent them at USCIS interviews in San

Francisco and San Jose California

 Use case management system, firm tools and organizational skills to ensure that

legal and client-relations deadlines are met

What we’re looking for:

 A good fit for a culture where part-time remote work and work/life balance is

prioritized

 Ability to problem-solve and strategize

 Attention to detail and strong legal ethics

1763 Columbia Rd NW, Suite 175 # 896645, Washington, DC 20009

Phone: (617) 227-9727 | Fax: (617) 227-5495 | Web: www.nipnlg.org | Social: @nipnlg

Position Title: Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney

Classification: Full-Time Exempt Union Position, Limited Term (one year)

Compensation: $87,583 – $100,335 (depending on relevant years of experience which

determines placement on the organization’s salary scale), plus generous benefits

Location: Remote

Organizational Background:

The National Immigration Project is a national membership organization of attorneys,

advocates, and community members who believe that all people should be treated with dignity,

live freely, and flourish. For over 50 years, the organization has litigated, educated, advocated,

and built bridges across movements so that those who are most harmed by the immigration and

criminal systems are uplifted and supported.

Position Overview:

The National Immigration Project seeks a highly motivated attorney for a full-time, temporary

position, for our IMPOWER collaboration with AFL-CIO affiliated unions to protect immigrant

workers’ rights. The attorney will work closely with the IMPOWER team to conduct screenings

for impacted workers, refer workers in need of representation to outside attorneys, take on

representation in a limited number of cases, and support rapid response to enforcement actions

against union members. Deep expertise in immigration law and the immigration system,

particularly preparing for enforcement and representing detained clients, will be important for

this role.

The position currently has a duration of one year; however, there is a possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

● Conduct screenings for union members with temporary statuses such as TPS, DACA,

DALE, or other forms of deferred action or parole to identify relief or defenses to

deportation for which they may be eligible.

● Conduct in-person screening clinics in strategic locations where participating unions

have identified large groups of members who require assistance.

● To the extent possible, provide referrals to other attorneys or, if capacity allows, limited

representation of workers in relief applications or removal defense proceedings.

● Provide rapid response support if worksite enforcement or other mass enforcement

actions impacting participating union members occurs.

● Collaborate with the IMPOWER team on legal strategies for workers referred by AFLCIO

affiliated unions.

1763 Columbia Rd NW, Suite 175 # 896645, Washington, DC 20009

Phone: (617) 227-9727 | Fax: (617) 227-5495 | Web: www.nipnlg.org | Social: @nipnlg

Qualifications:

● Experience: 4-8 years of experience in immigration representation, including bond

representation and other relevant legal advocacy on behalf of detained immigrants.

● Skills: Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.

● Knowledge: Knowledge of the immigration system, including immigration detention and

legal issues related to detention.

● Languages: Proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable.

● Education: J.D. or equivalent, admission to at least one state bar and one federal court.

● Attributes: Community-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects

simultaneously. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently

and as part of a team. Highly organized and self-driven. Action-oriented and able to

participate in rapid response work.

Compensation & Location: Salary in the $87,583 – $100,335 range, commensurate with

relevant years of experience which determines placement on the organization’s salary scale.

Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, and generous vacation and leave time.

This is a full-time exempt union position. All National Immigration Project union staff are

represented by the National Organization of Legal Services Workers (NOLSW), UAW Local

2320, AFL-CIO. This position is fully remote, though occasional travel is required for in-person

meetings.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three references,

and a short (5-page) writing sample in a single PDF to jobs@nipnlg.org. Include “IMPOWER

Attorney” in the subject of email. Position open until filled, although applicants are encouraged

to apply as early as possible. No phone calls please.

National Immigration Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively recruits women,

Black, Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color, persons with disabilities, persons of

diverse gender and sexual identities, immigrants, and formerly incarcerated persons.

Associate Immigration Attorney (2-4 Years Experience) Location: San Francisco, CA Salary: $105,000 – $120,000 per year Job Type: Full-time We are looking for an Associate Attorney with 2-4 years’ experience to join our fast-paced and welcoming boutique business immigration law firm that prizes excellence, continuous learning and broad expertise in immigration law. Our attorneys work on both nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions because we believe this comprehensive knowledge is critical to providing sound legal advice. Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload of Hs, Ls, TNs, Os, ORs, PERMs, I-140s and AOS for a variety of clients; training and overseeing the work of paralegals and support staff; managing growing corporate client accounts; and participating in aspects of firm management as well as business development. We seek a business immigration attorney who is intellectually curious, adept at handling a high case volume, and skilled at promptly distilling complex legal concepts into clear, understandable and practical advice.

At Weaver Schlenger LLP, we take our firm values seriously and we are looking for an Associate Attorney who shares these values. Candidates for this position should prioritize equity, justice and accountability; and be committed to a collaborative work culture as all people and identities belong at Weaver Schlenger. Position Duties:

• Handle high case volume, including the preparation of well-documented, accurate, and approvable nonimmigrant visa and permanent residency filings;

• Strategize with various and diverse employers on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options for employees, which includes counseling on best practices and educating the managers/recruiters who are involved in the immigration process;

• Oversee and send prompt, accurate, and easily understandable responses to clients on both legal and practical case questions; and

• Manage multiple fast-growing corporate client accounts, including providing counsel on all aspects of the client’s immigration function, as well as providing reports and training.

Required Education and Experience:

• JD from an accredited institution

• Active license to practice law in any state

• 2-4 years of business immigration experience in a similar role

• Direct, hands-on experience working on various NIV and IV petitions, including PERM

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in legal work and client service

• A positive attitude and passionate about serving the immigration community.

At Weaver Schlenger we have a hybrid work model with a combination of working from home and in-office work in our San Francisco office. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, commuter checks, 401k plan, paid time off, sick leave, paid holidays, and eligibility for discretionary bonuses. Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary: $105,000 – $120,000 per year

• Hybrid schedule

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Meaningful work that impacts individuals and families

• Benefits that include medical, dental, and 401(k)

If you are passionate about immigration law and eager to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!

To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to news@wsmimmigration.com. Please no calls or walk-ins.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
About California Immigration Project (CIP): CIP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit legal services organization based in Sacramento, CA and providing pro bono community outreach and education, public policy advocacy, and legal assistance and representation for immigration communities in California. CIP’s mission is to empower immigrant communities by providing free, high-quality legal services, education, and community advocacy across California. Our guiding principle will always be doing what is best for our clients and the communities we serve.
CIP’s immigration practice provides full-scope direct representation and limited-scope legal assistance to low-income clients in their affirmative and defensive immigration cases. We represent individuals and families with their affirmative applications for immigration relief, including: family-based visa petitions, U visas, T visas, VAWA, naturalization, DACA, and asylum. We also represent clients in their removal proceedings, preparing cases for relief including: asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT, cancellation of removal, bond, and post-conviction relief. Additionally, we engage in extensive community education throughout Sacramento and the state to equip underserved communities with information about their rights and recent developments in immigration law and policy.
Position: Immigration Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney – Removal Defense Program (full-time, exempt position) California Immigration Project (CIP) is hiring for an Immigration Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney based in Sacramento, CA to work in its Removal Defense Program. The position will be focused on providing legal assistance and representation to individuals in their removal proceedings before the Immigration Court (EOIR). This work will include representation of individuals in both detained and non-detained proceedings. CIP currently has a hybrid work model that permits remote work. Duties and Responsibilities Include: ● Provide consultations, limited-scope, and full-scope services to individuals and families in removal proceedings at the Sacramento, Concord, or San Francisco Immigration Court. ● Provide consultations, limited-scope, and full-scope removal defense services to individuals detained in ICE detention centers in California.
● Engage in client-centered, thoughtful, and expert advocacy to clients and pro se individuals.
● Independently manage a caseload of full-scope removal defense cases, including more complex cases as applicable in relation to interest and experience, including but not limited to: state court matters, BIA appeals, and post-conviction relief. ● Support and participate in local immigrants’ rights networks, including the Sacramento Family Unity, Education, and Legal (FUEL) Network for Immigrants, the Sacramento Regional Hub Network, and the California Collaborative for Immigrant Justice (CCIJ). ● Participate in providing pro bono assistance to pro se respondents through the Attorney of the Day program at the Sacramento Immigration Court.
● Provide emergency legal assistance and support to individuals detained and processed at the ERO offices in Sacramento, Stockton, and/or Fresno, as needed. ● Provide training and other technical assistance to local partner organizations, including non-profit agencies, religious groups, schools, and other community-based organizations.
● Provide pro se assistance and attorney review at periodic immigration workshops and clinics.
● Attend meetings and build relationships with agencies, nonprofits, other advocates and community partners.
● Conduct community outreach and education, including developing and maintaining community and Know Your Rights (KYR) materials and resources, on topics related to immigration law; ● Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into CIP’s case management and reporting systems. ● Assist with administrative and fundraising work of the organization.
CALIFORNIA IMMIGRATION PROJECT
2210 K ST, SUITE 101
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
calimm.org
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the empowerment of immigrant communities.
2. Law degree and active license to practice law.
3. 0-6 years experience practicing immigration law.
4. Valid California driver’s license.
5. Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
6. Experience working with low-income, non-English speaking clients.
7. Ability to multitask, prioritize, set, and meet deadlines with timeliness and a high attention to detail.
8. Ability to maintain accurate records and competently utilize technology platforms and databases.
9. Ability to organize and prioritize essential information and data points to report on projects.
10. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
11. Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills.
12. Ability to work in a team-focused and multicultural work environment.
13. Ability to work via phone and in-person with a variety of actors, including clients, attorneys, staff, volunteers, partner organizations, and representatives of the government agencies in a professional, amicable and team-oriented manner.
14. Experience training or presenting on immigration-related matters and/or practical skills is a plus.
Compensation, Benefits, Hours:
Salary Ranges:
Staff Attorney (0-3 years experience) $78,000 – $93,000 DOE
Senior Staff Attorney (3+ years experience) $85,000 – $110,000 DOE
Benefits:
● Employer-paid medical, vision, and dental insurance (with half-paid coverage for dependents)
● Employer-paid life insurance
● Employer-paid loan repayment assistance program for law school graduates
● Flexible spending account benefits including an employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account
● Employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan with an employer contribution and matching program
● Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday package (18 paid holidays including winter holiday closure)
CIP has a 37.5 hour, 5-day work week.
To Apply:
If interested, please email cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@calimm.org. Please address the cover letter to “Hiring Committee” and write “Immigration Staff Attorney – Removal Defense Project” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled.
California Immigration Project is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, nationality, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
About California Immigration Project (CIP): CIP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit legal services organization based in Sacramento, CA and providing pro bono community outreach and education, public policy advocacy, and legal assistance and representation for immigration communities in California. CIP’s mission is to empower immigrant communities by providing free, high-quality legal services, education, and community advocacy across California. Our guiding principle will always be doing what is best for our clients and the communities we serve.
CIP’s immigration practice provides full-scope direct representation and limited-scope legal assistance to low-income clients in their affirmative and defensive immigration cases. We represent individuals and families with their affirmative applications for immigration relief, including: family-based visa petitions, U visas, T visas, VAWA, naturalization, DACA, and asylum. We also represent clients in their removal proceedings, preparing cases for relief including: asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT, cancellation of removal, bond, and post-conviction relief. Additionally, we engage in extensive community education throughout Sacramento and the state to equip underserved communities with information about their rights and recent developments in immigration law and policy.
Position: Immigration Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney -Immigrants’ Rights Program (full-time, exempt position) California Immigration Project (CIP) is hiring for an Immigration Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney based in Sacramento, CA to work in its Immigrants’ Rights Program. The position will be focused on providing legal assistance and representation to individuals in affirmative immigration matters before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). The role will include full-scope representation, education and outreach, and other limited scope assistance. CIP currently has a hybrid work model that permits remote work. Duties and Responsibilities Include: ● Provide consultations, limited-scope, and full-scope services to individuals and families in their affirmative immigration matters before USCIS, including: DACA, Naturalization, U Visa, T Visa, VAWA, Asylum, TPS, and family based petitions.
● Engage in client-centered, thoughtful, and expert advocacy to clients and pro se individuals.
● Independently manage a caseload of full-scope affirmative cases, including more complex cases as applicable in relation to interest and experience, including but not limited to: state court matters and appeals. ● Support and participate in local immigrants’ rights networks, including the Sacramento Family Unity, Education, and Legal (FUEL) Network for Immigrants, the California Afghan Legal Services Project (ALSP), the Sacramento Coalition for Afghan Empowerment (SCALE), and the Sacramento Regional Hub Network. ● Provide training and other technical assistance to local partner organizations, including non-profit agencies, religious groups, schools, and other community-based organizations.
● Provide pro se assistance and attorney review at periodic immigration workshops and clinics.
● Attend meetings and build relationships with agencies, nonprofits, other advocates and community partners.
● Conduct community outreach and education, including developing and maintaining community and Know Your Rights (KYR) materials and resources, on topics related to immigration law; ● Ensure entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into CIP’s case management and reporting systems. ● Assist with administrative and fundraising work of the organization. Minimum Qualifications:
1. Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the empowerment of immigrant communities.
2. Law degree and active license to practice law.
3. 0-6 years experience practicing immigration law.
4. Valid California driver’s license.

5. Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
6. Experience working with low-income, non-English speaking clients.
7. Ability to multitask, prioritize, set, and meet deadlines with timeliness and a high attention to detail.
8. Ability to maintain accurate records and competently utilize technology platforms and databases.
9. Ability to organize and prioritize essential information and data points to report on projects.
10. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
11. Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills.
12. Ability to work in a team-focused and multicultural work environment.
13. Ability to work via phone and in-person with a variety of actors, including clients, attorneys, staff, volunteers, partner organizations, and representatives of the government agencies in a professional, amicable and team-oriented manner.
14. Experience training or presenting on immigration-related matters and/or practical skills is a plus.
Compensation, Benefits, and Hours:
Salary Ranges:
Staff Attorney (0-3 years experience) $78,000 – $93,000 DOE
Senior Staff Attorney (3+ years experience) $85,000 – $110,000 DOE
Benefits:
● Employer-paid medical, vision, and dental insurance (with half-paid coverage for dependents)
● Employer-paid life insurance
● Employer-paid loan repayment assistance program for law school graduates
● Flexible spending account benefits including an employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account
● Employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan with an employer contribution and matching program
● Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday package (18 paid holidays including winter holiday closure)
CIP has a 37.5 hour, 5-day work week.
To Apply:
If interested, please email cover letter, resume, and a list of 3 professional references to jobs@calimm.org. Please address the cover letter to “Hiring Committee” and write “Immigration Staff Attorney – Immigrants’ Rights Program” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled.
California Immigration Project is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, nationality, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.