Job Title:

Legal Fellow (Immigration Clinic)

Job Summary:

The Clinic seeks a direct representation law graduate to provide representation to unaccompanied immigrant children and others placed in removal proceedings.

Full Job Description:

The position will have the following responsibilities: 

• Work under the supervision of the Clinic’s Director;

• Assist attorneys with representing clients in immigration removal proceedings including, and where appropriate, in asylum interviews and other interviews before USCIS;

• Prepare and file relevant applications and supporting evidence regarding asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U visas and related employment authorization applications;

• Prepare motions and supporting evidence with immigration court, and state courts, where applicable;

• Participate in staff meetings;

• Participate in SFILDC meetings and, when appropriate, Attorney of the Day and Rapid Response;

• Assist with periodic trainings and know your rights presentations; and

• Serve as a representative of the Clinic with local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Understanding and commitment to USF’s mission, vision, and values. 

• One year  experience working with USF Immigration and Deportation Defense;  

• Applicants must have taken the California bar examination;

• Fluency in Spanish required;

• Experience in direct representation of clients in immigration proceedings;

• Experience working with immigrants and refugees;

• A strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills;

• Ability to work collaboratively, and preferably prior experience working with community based organizations.

• Experience with or the ability to work with a diverse student body, faculty and staff.  Strong equity lens, cultural humility and proven ability to work well in a diverse context.

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full time

Pay Rate:

Salary

Salary Range :

$81,000 - $86,000 annualized; commensurate with experience