The ICJP is an exciting project that employs legal representation, training and system reform advocacy to help immigrant children and youth gain immigration status and access systems that provide them with critical education and support services. Click here for more information about the ICJP.
This opening is for a full time attorney who will have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of settings on behalf of immigrant children. The attorney will:
• Provide legal consultation and representation to immigrant children and youth regarding Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, access to education as English Language Learners (ELLs), special education, and other immigration options.
• Manage and provide training and technical assistance to CCA’s corps of pro bono attorneys who represent immigrant youth in immigration matters.
• Provide legal rights training to immigrant youth, families, advocates and community providers.
• Respond to legal questions from school systems and community providers about supporting immigrant youth.
• Produce legal information materials for youth and community providers.
• Collaborate with other immigrant advocacy organizations to bring information and legal services to immigrant youth and families and advocate for systemic change.
• Identify systemic problems that impact immigrant youth and engage in system reform advocacy, including litigation, administrative advocacy and legislative advocacy as necessary.
• Supervise the Project paralegal
Candidates should have:
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Two or more years of related experience
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred
To apply, email cover letter and detailed resume to Martha Stone at [email protected].