Advocacy Attorney, Phoenix, Tucson

Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project

Advocacy Attorney at the Florence Project engaging in representation of clients before federal courts. Mentoring staff and participating in national advocacy efforts for immigrant rights.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,875 - $104,001 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain an active caseload of challenging cases before the federal courts
Assist pro se litigants appearing before federal court, as necessary
Provide mentorship and guidance to staff and pro bono attorneys assisting individuals with district court cases
Communicate with staff regarding emerging trends and issues related to District Court Representation
Collaborate with partner organizations and Florence Project staff about important trends impacting people in ICE and ORR custody
Conduct quarterly case audits for presentation and review
Speak with print, radio, and film media about our legal work and advocacy, as needed
Participate in outreach and fundraising activities, as necessary
Perform other administrative duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least three years of experience practicing law before the immigration or federal courts
J.D. and admission, or eligible for admission, to the Arizona State Bar
Admission, or eligible for admission, to practice before the Federal Court for the District of Arizona
Admission, or eligible for admission, to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Willing to travel regularly to detention centers and work with detained clients in Arizona
Demonstrate commitment to advocating for indigent immigrant clients in a respectful and empowering way
Demonstrate zealous support for the Florence Project’s mission
Must be passionate about due process and representing people who have had contact with the criminal justice system
Strong litigation experience and/or oral advocacy skills
Strong legal research
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Highly organized, an innovative thinker, and able to work in high-volume settings with limited resources
Excellent problem solving, research and analytical skills
Effectively manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Demonstrate to be a hardworking, flexible, respectful team player that can work effectively in a collaborative, innovative, and client centered work environment
Ability to work independently, be adaptable and reliable in the face of conflict, pressure, crisis or changing priorities
Exhibit high ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Must be able to pass federal and state background checks
Travel is required for this position
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Proven computer skills
Advanced understanding of basic office applications

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plans including health, dental, vision coverage, subject to plan terms
Short Term Disability
Eligibility for group benefits such as voluntary life insurance, subject to applicable waiting periods
Retirement plan, subject to plan terms
Paid Time Off earned on a biweekly accrual basis- Twenty-five (25) Days of Vacation Time, annually
Five (5) Days of Medical/Sick Time, annually
One (1) Day of Personal Time, monthly
Eight (8) Week Paid Sabbatical, after three years of employment
Bereavement leave
Fifteen (15) Organization-paid holidays, all observed
Eligible for Parental Leave which includes Thirteen (13) paid weeks
Mileage reimbursement for travel between offices and places of work
Relocation Assistance for out of state new hires available for some positions

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Hard Skills & Tools

litigationoral advocacylegal researchcase auditsadvocacydue processimmigration lawfederal court practiceNinth Circuit Court of AppealsArizona State Bar

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunicationorganizational skillsproblem solvinganalytical skillsteam playeradaptabilityreliabilityinnovative thinkingcommitment to advocacy

Certifications

J.D.Arizona State Bar admissionFederal Court admissionNinth Circuit Court admission