Staff AttorneyThe Staff Attorney will be responsible for providing free immigration legal services to primarily indigent clients seeking asylum or deportation defense. The Staff Attorney will also collaborate with community organizations to provide trainings on immigration issues and will participate in the Immigrant Coalition of Rhode Island activities with member agencies in Rhode Island.Responsibilities:Responsible for providing free immigration legal services to primarily indigent clients seeking asylum or deportation defenseCollaborate with community organizations to provide trainings on immigration issuesParticipate in the Immigrant Coalition of Rhode Island activities with member agencies in Rhode IslandQualifications:Bilingual in English and Spanish requiredExperience working in a non-profit / legal service settingBroad knowledge of immigration laws and policies in order to effectively evaluate clients' legal status and benefit opportunitiesExperience giving presentations and educational workshops to diverse audiences on immigration issuesStrong verbal and written skillsPositive values of integrity, accountability, reliability, and teamworkExcellent interpersonal communication skills (able to work well with others and possess patience, diplomacy, and tolerance when working with others)J.D. from ABA accredited law schoolMember in good standing of any state barMinimum 3 years immigration legal services and immigration court experience preferredCommitment to immigrant rightsHow to Apply:Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to the AMOR Executive Director at:
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.