Immigration Attorney, Astoria

Benefits:

Paid time off

Competitive salary

About the Role:

The Center for the Integration&Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a community-based, nonprofit social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.

CIANA is looking for a highly personable, detail-oriented, and experienced attorney to provide immigration legal services in a community-based setting. Applicant must be a self-starter and a team player who is able to work well with a small legal team. This position is in-person at our Astoria, Queens office.

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Requirements:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school;

Passed the NY Uniform Bar Exam and is fully authorized to practice law in NY State,

3+ years’ experience practicing immigration law;

Experience in filing various forms of immigration relief, including but not limited to Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, DACA, Family/Fiancé Petitions, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), TPS, VAWA, Asylum, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS);

Strong research skills and ability to analyze complex immigration issues effectively;

Ability to mentor junior staff and interns;

Strong background and experience with defensive court cases in immigration and family court.

Duties:

Conduct legal consultations/screenings and determine available relief;

Schedule and confirm new appointments and maintain caseload;

Manage correspondence between CIANA, clients, partner organization, and government institutions;

Document legal cases in CIANA database management system and maintain physical case files;

Attend trainings and meetings with other organizations;

Accompany and represent clients in immigration and/or family court.

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year (commensurate with experience).

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference through their legal expertise to apply for this exciting opportunity. Retirees are highly welcome.

Please include a cover letter, your resume, and salary requirements to .

​For more information about CIANA, please visit our website at , and follow us on social media @cianainc.