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Description:
<p> As the subject matter expert for the Immigration Unit, the Supervising Attorney will oversee all legal and administrative work within the unit, including maintaining a small caseload for representation. This full-time non-exempt position reports to the Director of Legal Services. The position can be based out of the Santa Ana or Norwalk office with a hybrid schedule.</p>
<p><b> General Responsibilities</b></p>
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<li> Supervise all aspects of the unit including the legal work of staff attorneys and paralegals, with flexibility to supervise staff in Orange and Southeast Los Angeles County offices.</li>
<li> Responsible for setting unit priorities and implementing unit strategies to meet priorities.</li>
<li> Maintain a limited caseload for representation.</li>
<li> Represent clients before USCIS in primarily affirmative immigration cases.</li>
<li> Ensures unit staff comply with all funding requirements, deliverables and restrictions for all unit specific grants and contracts.</li>
<li> Co-counsel cases as part of staff development and be responsible for training staff and overseeing their professional development.</li>
<li> Train, mentor, and supervise new attorneys, paralegals, law students, pro bono attorneys, and other volunteers within the unit.</li>
<li> Conduct case reviews with all unit staff attorneys at least once a month.</li>
<li> Facilitate and/or conduct trainings and outreach activities in support of legal advocates for the unit, CLA SoCal, and/or community partners.</li>
<li> Participate in recruitment efforts, interviews and other aspects of the hiring process within CLA SoCal.</li>
<li> Engage in policy advocacy, coordinate, and collaborate in policy campaigns with partner community-based organizations to improve systemic issues.</li>
<li> Identify wrap-around legal services and work collaboratively with CLA SoCal’s various legal units.</li>
<li> Manage grant deliverables and assist in grant reporting requirements in collaboration with CLA SoCal Grants Management staff in order to maintain and secure funding.</li>
<li> Work with a multi-cultural perspective of inclusion and diversity.</li>
<li> Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the organization.</li>
</ul> Requirements:
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<li>Juris Doctor and active membership in good-standing with the State Bar of California Bar or member of another state bar and ability to register as a legal services provider.</li>
<li> Minimum of 5 years of experience as an attorney in the related field or other areas of law relevant to unit practice.</li>
<li> Expertise in unit practice area and knowledge of legal research methods.</li>
<li> Experience managing, supervising, and mentoring.</li>
<li> Proactive approach, anticipate problems, solution-focused, and able to think on their feet.</li>
<li> High level of initiative and mature judgement in tackling multiple projects and tasks with limited supervision.</li>
<li> Experience with humanitarian immigration remedies including U visa, VAWA, and SIJS - Strongly preferred.</li>
<li> Demonstrated commitment to immigrants’ rights.</li>
<li> Experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault - Preferred</li>
<li> Ability to work effectively and communicate with law enforcement and government representatives.</li>
<li> Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li> Ability to manage time-sensitive caseloads with numerous deadlines.</li>
<li> Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Lawyaw (or other Judicial Council Form preparation program) and other software programs.</li>
<li> Great organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.</li>
<li> Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.</li>
<li> Empathetic and energetic attitude while working with others.</li>
<li> Experience in providing Trauma-Responsive/Informed services to clients.</li>
<li> Proven interest in social justice issues.</li>
<li> Ability to model CLA SoCal’s values (compassion, collaboration, trust, accountability and equity) in the performance of job duties – Required.</li>
<li> Commitment to CLA SoCal’s mission – Required.</li>
<li> Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, active insurance policy or other ability to travel frequently in and around the service area for representation and to engage with clients and community partners - Required.</li>
<li> Familiarity with Legal Services Corporation (LSC) rules and regulations - Preferred.</li>
<li> Bilingual Proficiency in Spanish or Vietnamese – Strongly Preferred.</li>
<li> Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment before the date of hire. Reasonable accommodations will be considered upon request.</li>
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<p><b> What We Offer</b></p>
<p> CLA SoCal provides employees with training, professional development and growth opportunities, competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit. Our staff members work a 35-hour week with a flexible and hybrid work schedule. Some positions may work beyond a 35-hour week, including evening and weekend meetings and events, when caseload or other obligations necessitate. We offer an outstanding benefits package with rich medical/dental/vision/life insurance, long-term disability, and additional supplemental insurance. Our employees enjoy 16 paid holidays a year, vacation, personal time, and sick leave on their first day. Furthermore, we offer a competitive Law School Loan Reimbursement program, 401k with employer contribution, and a monetary bonus for eligible employees who can prove bilingual proficiency.</p>
<p><b> About Community Legal Aid and Our Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion</b></p>
<p> Community Legal Aid SoCal (CLA SoCal) is a diverse non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the legal needs of low-income residents and seniors throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We focus on removing barriers to equitable access and provide compassionate, high-quality legal aid. CLA SoCal is an Equal Opportunity employer who seeks to fill all positions with people who share our values, including our organizational commitment to diversity. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply including people of different abilities, religions, identities, orientations, nationalities, and ethnicities.</p>
<p> Please note: Research suggests that individuals identifying as Black, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, members of the LGBQIA community, women, and people living with disabilities may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive at CLA SoCal to apply for this role.</p>
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