Immigration Staff Attorney - New York, United States - Womankind

Womankind
Womankind
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New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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_Reports to:

Legal Services Manager_:


Womankind uses the multidimensionality of our Asian heritage to work alongside survivors of gender-based violence as they build a path to healing.

We are working tirelessly to create a future where we Rise Above Violence and our communities can innovate towards collective well-being, restoration, and social justice.


Womankind's Community Programs provide comprehensive direct services to support the recovery of survivors and their children from domestic violence (DV), human trafficking (HT), and sexual violence (SV).

We engage communities and raise awareness on DV, HT, and SV, provide support via our 24-hour multilingual helpline, ensure all clients receive prompt and professional services, and provide therapeutic support that encourages self
- sufficiency and empowerment.


Womankind's legal department, launched in 2011, is an integral component of our work in helping survivors gain independence and self-sufficiency, thus reducing their vulnerability to abuse and exploitation.

Combining client-centered and culturally responsive lawyering with our holistic approach to client empowerment and advocacy, Womankind's legal department has represented clients on various forms of immigration relief, including VAWA, BSW, U Visas, and T Visas.

We seek a compassionate, dedicated, team-oriented, and goal-oriented attorney to support our services.


Primary Responsibilities:


  • Screen and provide immigration advice to clients for consultationonly intakes
  • Work with Advocates and other staff and volunteers to support survivors on immigration matters
  • Special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:


  • Law Degree with admission to State Bar or awaiting admission (New York preferred)
  • Ability to speak an Asian language desired
  • Strong desire to learn immigration law and practice traumainformed lawyering for survivors
  • Experience with, and/or knowledge of nonprofit social services, working with survivors of violence, and/or the Asian American community
  • Excellent organizational skills, including ability to effectively complete multiple tasks, priorities, and responsibilities while meeting deadlines
  • Ability to complete work independently
  • Ability to handle confidential matters
  • Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work with diverse populations and within a team structure
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and volunteers

Compensation Package:

Womankind offers a competitive and outstanding compensation package. Salary will be commensurate with experience, skill set, education, and other criteria. Annual salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $79,500. Top benefits include health/dental/vision/FSA plans, generous paid time off, holidays, 403(B) retirement plan, commuter transit program, and much more.


How to Apply:

Womankind is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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