MICHIGAN ADVOCACY PROGRAM

Immigration Staff Attorney

MICHIGAN ADVOCACY PROGRAM

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: DetroitMissouriOhioUnited States

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Salary

💰 $60,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Serve low-income immigrants in legal services related to immigration.
  • Work with a talented team on important and challenging issues.
  • Engage in direct legal services, systemic advocacy, and community education.

Requirements

  • Licensed to practice law in Michigan or qualified for the next Michigan bar exam.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or persons in poverty.
  • Detailed-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite.
  • Access to a reliable internet connection for remote work.
  • Preference for candidates who can communicate effectively in Spanish.
  • Relevant lived experience encouraged.
Benefits
  • Life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts.
  • Annual $1,500 payout option for staff who do not require health benefits.
  • 3 weeks paid vacation the first year.
  • 15 paid holidays.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 6 months of employment.
  • Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
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Soft Skills
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