Immigration Staff Attorney, DV Focus

Staff Attorney, Immigrant Rights and Advocacy Project (DV Focus), Bronx Legal Services Bronx Legal Services seeks a full‑time staff attorney for its Immigrant Rights and Advocacy Project. The role is centered on representing clients who have experienced domestic violence and providing comprehensive immigration services, including SIJS, asylum, U and T visas, VAWA applications, removal defense motions, and family court matters. The attorney will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers and paralegals, to deliver trauma‑informed, holistic advocacy. Responsibilities Advising and representing immigrants in cases filed with federal administrative bodies and federal district and appellate courts; Advising and representing clients in custody and guardianship petitions filed with Family Court in New York City in relation to SIJS petitions; Keeping abreast of legal updates; Collaborating with staff attorneys and paralegals on litigation matters and strategies; Preparing data reports, as necessary; Representing Bronx Legal Services at community events; Collaborating with city, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, other government agencies and community‑based organizations; Promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging goals within LSNYC. Requirements At least 2–3 years’ experience practicing immigration law; Commitment to working with low‑income immigrants; Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; Experience working with clients and communities who have experienced trauma and/or have been impacted by violence; Outstanding organizational, planning and time‑management skills; Experience working as part of a collaborative team with non‑legal professionals; Excellent interpersonal skills; Outstanding communication, analytical, research and writing skills; Excellent computer skills; Ability and willingness to supervise law interns; Admission to New York State Bar or pending admission to New York State Bar. Preferences Experience working on removal defense cases strongly preferred; Experience working with those who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or trafficking strongly preferred; Proficiency in Spanish, French, Garifuna or another language commonly spoken by the communities we serve preferred, but not required; Proficiency in a language would allow you to conduct community education events without the aid of an interpreter or conduct case work with a monolingual client without the aid of an interpreter. Salary and Benefits The salary for this position ranges from $88,181 to $137,347, depending on experience. The role offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, pre‑tax flexible benefits, parental leave, retirement plans, generous annual (23–28 days) and sick leave (18 days), and up to 50% remote work flexibility. Equal Opportunity Employer Bronx Legal Services is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with caretaking responsibilities and people over the age of 40 are all welcome and encouraged to apply. Legal Services NYC also encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply. All employees are strongly encouraged to receive and maintain up-to-date COVID vaccinations unless they are unable to do so for medical or religious reasons. #J-18808-Ljbffr Legal Services NYC