Managing Attorney

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Managing Attorney

The candidate will be responsible for providing direct representation for CRRA’s clients in immigration cases, including representation in Immigration Court, while helping to build a network of support for the broader immigration needs of asylum seekers in the Charlotte Metro Area. Will focus on providing direct legal representation in defensive asylum cases, applications for withholding of removal, and Convention Against Torture protection. Represent adults and children affirmatively seeking asylum; children seeking Special Immigrant Juvenile Status; and crime victims seeking VAWA classification or U visas, among other immigration benefits. Provide legal representation in immigration cases, particularly representation of clients in removal proceedings. Direct and support CRRA’s immigration team, including any DOJ accredited representatives, pro bono attorneys, and other staff as assigned, through regular engagement, case assistance and mentorship. Oversee and provide legal orientation, counseling, and education regarding a range of immigration issues and other legal problems faced by members of the low-income immigrant communities that CRRA serves. Develop and manage a pro bono program, to enlist local attorneys to assist with immigration cases and to mentor any such attorneys taking on pro bono cases. Manage caseload of in-house and pro bono mentorship cases for immigration relief. Stay up to date on rapidly changing immigration laws and policies. Comply with data and program reporting requirements.

Company info

The Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS)
1300 Spring Street Suite 500
Silver Spring
Maryland
United States 20910
Website : http://www.hias.org/