Immigration Staff Attorney

About Us
• We are a Southern Florida non-profit law firm serving a diverse, multiethnic community in Collier County.
• Our mission is to provide high-quality, free civil legal advice, representation, and education to disadvantaged individuals.
• Our team of over 30 employees offers free services on a wide range of civil legal issues impacting health, safety, and self-sufficiency.
• We support vulnerable community members to find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build brighter futures.
• We focus on education, effective litigation, collaboration, expanding access to justice, identifying community needs, and challenging adverse systems, laws, and policies.
Position Summary
• The Immigration Law Unit handles cases including deportation defense, family- and humanitarian-based immigration benefits, T and U Visas, VAWA applications, and asylum.
• Responsibilities include direct client representation before Immigration Court and USCIS, community education and outreach, bar participation, and special legal/community projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Sensitivity and awareness of the needs of the populations served.
• Ability to manage a large caseload professionally in a high-stress environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Constructive teamwork capability.
• Multilingual ability is a plus.
Education & Experience
• Member in good standing of the Florida Bar Association.
• 1-3 years of Immigration law experience preferred.
• Experience serving low-income individuals, crime victims, veterans, or marginalized communities preferred but not required.
What We Offer
• Generous benefits including health, vision, dental, and life insurance for the employee.
• Retirement plan participation.
• 13 paid holidays annually.
• Generous leave allowances: starting at 15...