Staff Attorney
The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Job Category: Hybrid/Full Time/Direct Hire
Compensation: $75,395 - $85,281 DOE /Generous Benefits +huge growth!
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Immigrant Youth Advocacy
BBSI has partnered with a highly respected
nonprofit legal organization
that has spent nearly 50 years providing free legal services to individuals and families who need it most.
We are seeking a
passionate and dedicated Staff Attorney
to advocate for immigrant youth and their caregivers. This unique role works directly with the
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
to provide legal education, advocacy, and representation to undocumented children within school communities.
This is an opportunity for an attorney who is committed to
expanding access to justice
and supporting vulnerable youth and families through community-based legal services.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain a regular presence at designated
LAUSD school campuses
Educate school communities about available
legal services and resources
Provide
legal rights presentations and workshops
for caregivers and families
Represent caregivers in
Probate Guardianship matters
Advocate for undocumented minors seeking
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
and other humanitarian relief
Provide representation in matters including
removal proceedings, asylum, adjustment of status, U-visas, and T-visas
Conduct client intake, prepare cases, and coordinate placement with
pro bono counsel
Collaborate with volunteers, law clerks, and community partners
Qualifications
Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
(required)
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish
(required)
Experience in
immigration law or nonprofit legal services
preferred
Experience working with
children, families, or school communities
strongly desired
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Benefits
Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Personal and floating holidays
18 weeks paid parental leave
(after one year of employment)
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture coverage for employees and dependents
Life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and
pet insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Healthcare and childcare flexible spending accounts
Commuter transit and parking benefits
Commitment to Equity
To best serve the community, the organization actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the populations served. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities and historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
For immediate consideration call or text JP 909-921-8569
Send resume: jeanette.placencia@bbsi.com
BBSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
California applicants: to see how we protect your data, visit our website at https://www.bbsi.com/privacy-notice-california-applicants.
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Compensation: $75,395 - $85,281 DOE /Generous Benefits +huge growth!
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Immigrant Youth Advocacy
BBSI has partnered with a highly respected
nonprofit legal organization
that has spent nearly 50 years providing free legal services to individuals and families who need it most.
We are seeking a
passionate and dedicated Staff Attorney
to advocate for immigrant youth and their caregivers. This unique role works directly with the
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
to provide legal education, advocacy, and representation to undocumented children within school communities.
This is an opportunity for an attorney who is committed to
expanding access to justice
and supporting vulnerable youth and families through community-based legal services.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain a regular presence at designated
LAUSD school campuses
Educate school communities about available
legal services and resources
Provide
legal rights presentations and workshops
for caregivers and families
Represent caregivers in
Probate Guardianship matters
Advocate for undocumented minors seeking
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
and other humanitarian relief
Provide representation in matters including
removal proceedings, asylum, adjustment of status, U-visas, and T-visas
Conduct client intake, prepare cases, and coordinate placement with
pro bono counsel
Collaborate with volunteers, law clerks, and community partners
Qualifications
Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
(required)
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish
(required)
Experience in
immigration law or nonprofit legal services
preferred
Experience working with
children, families, or school communities
strongly desired
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Benefits
Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Personal and floating holidays
18 weeks paid parental leave
(after one year of employment)
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture coverage for employees and dependents
Life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and
pet insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Healthcare and childcare flexible spending accounts
Commuter transit and parking benefits
Commitment to Equity
To best serve the community, the organization actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the populations served. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities and historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
For immediate consideration call or text JP 909-921-8569
Send resume: jeanette.placencia@bbsi.com
BBSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
California applicants: to see how we protect your data, visit our website at https://www.bbsi.com/privacy-notice-california-applicants.
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