Managing Attorneys - Staff Attorneys - Law Graduates

Provide legal representation in Children's Program cases

Represent clients before Immigration Court, Board of Immigration Appeals, Arizona Juvenile Courts, and

USCIS

Handle challenging casework and appeals

Oversee case assignments and support legal assistant workflow

Conduct intake interviews and provide Know Your Rights information to detained and non-detained unaccompanied immigrant children

Develop and recommend case strategies consistent with immigration law and procedure

Prepare cases, draft legal papers, present evidence, and engage in negotiations

Assess clients' social, economic, and psychological functioning

Collaborate with Children's Program social workers and make appropriate referrals

Determine appropriate services, interventions, and referrals

Attend team meetings and training

Remain current on immigration law and policy and the impact of criminal and civil law on immigration cases

Maintain ethical standards, client confidentiality, and conflict-free representation

Maintain accurate case notes and client records

Prepare data reports and conduct periodic case audits

Participate in and conduct training sessions on immigration procedures

Provide Know Your Rights presentations and follow-up support

Appear as a Friend of the Court before Immigration Court (EOIR)

Liaise with children's detention shelters

Develop cooperative relationships with legal, governmental, social-service, and community partners

Maintain professional relationships with EOIR, Arizona Juvenile Courts, USCIS, and community organizations

Communicate with the Managing Attorney about advocacy initiatives and legal training

Support advocacy, outreach, development, fundraising, and special projects

Perform administrative duties and other assigned legal work, including possible support for the Adult Legal Program or Advocacy Team

Requirements

J.D. and admission to any state bar

Alternatively, law school graduates who have taken the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) and achieved a score of 260-269 may apply, with commitment to pursue admission to the Arizona State Bar through the Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP)

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school for ALAP eligibility

UBE score of 260-269 on an exam administered after July 1, 2023, for ALAP eligibility

Meet all other requirements for admission to practice law in Arizona, including a thorough background check

Secure qualifying employment and commit to practice under supervision of a qualified Arizona attorney in rural Arizona or public law practice for a minimum of two years

If not licensed in Arizona, commitment to waive into Arizona practice after two years of bar licensure in any jurisdiction under Arizona Rule 38(f), or apply through ALAP

Commitment to advocating for indigent immigrant clients respectfully and empoweringly

Comfortable working with people with criminal convictions or mental health issues

Commitment to Florence Project's mission

Effective verbal and written communication

Strong legal research

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations

Highly organized, innovative thinker, and able to work in high-volume settings with limited resources

Excellent problem-solving, research, and analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Hardworking, flexible, respectful team player able to work collaboratively in a client-centered environment

Ability to work independently and remain adaptable and reliable amid conflict, pressure, crisis, or changing priorities

High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to pass federal and state background checks

Willingness and ability to travel

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Proven computer skills and advanced understanding of basic office applications

Fluency or advanced proficiency in Spanish required

License to practice in Arizona preferred

Experience practicing before Arizona Juvenile Courts, Immigration Courts, or USCIS strongly preferred

Prior experience working with children/teenagers, trauma survivors, or individuals with mental health issues is a plus

Experience representing immigrants in removal proceedings and extensive knowledge of immigration law, including deportation defense, asylum, and criminal-immigration law issues, strongly preferred

Prior advocacy work in immigrant rights, human rights, LGBTQ rights, or criminal justice, or experience working with trauma survivors, is a plus

Experience with databases and data tracking such as Legal Server is a plus

Ability to sit for long periods with intermittent walking, standing, bending, squatting, pulling, and pushing

Ability to use standard office equipment

Ability to lift up to ten pounds; accommodations may be available

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in immigration law and procedures, with a strong commitment to advocating for unaccompanied immigrant children. Capable of managing complex casework, conducting legal research, and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

J.D. Degree

Admission To State Bar

Immigration Law Expertise

Fluency In Spanish

Experience With Arizona Juvenile Courts

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

Legal Research

Case Preparation

Drafting Legal Papers

Data Tracking

Client Advocacy

Negotiation

Intake Interviews

Case Audits

Knowledge Of Immigration Procedures

Understanding Of Criminal-Immigration Law

Soft Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission To Arizona State Bar (Preferred)

Uniform Bar Examination Score (260-269)

Industry Keywords

Children's Program

Immigration Court

Board Of Immigration Appeals

USCIS

Indigent Immigrant Clients

Trauma Survivors

Human Rights Advocacy

LGBTQ Rights

Criminal Justice

Client Confidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Legal Server

Basic Office Applications

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