A starting salary between $60,000 and $68,000 is being offered by Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center as the nationally recognized organization seeks a new Staff Attorney for its office in El Paso, Texas. The position requires working locally out of the El Paso location and involves managing a specialized caseload of detained and non-detained clients seeking relief before the BIA, the Immigration Court, and USCIS.
Operating since 1987, the organization has represented more than 50,000 individuals while pursuing systemic change through impact litigation in El Paso, Texas, and southern New Mexico. The incoming attorney will be tasked with preparing applications, motions, and briefs, interacting directly with ICE, and preparing and representing clients during hearings and interviews.
Staff Attorney Candidates Must Be Bilingual
Candidates applying for the Staff Attorney role must hold a Juris Doctorate (JD) along with active membership in good standing in any state bar, or they must have plans to take an upcoming bar exam. The role accepts applicants with 0 to 3 years of legal experience, with removal defense or immigration law experience preferred, though recent law graduates and strong candidates from alternative litigation backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants must possess professional fluency in both English and Spanish, alongside strong organizational, communication, and case management skills capable of handling pressure. Candidates are additionally expected to demonstrate a deep commitment to immigrant rights and social justice.
Salary Ranges from $60,000 to $68,000
The position’s salary ranges from $60,000 to $68,000, determined commensurately with experience. Additional benefits associated with the role include a flexible or hybrid schedule, health insurance featuring employer contributions, and generous paid time off.
Interested applicants seeking to join the team can apply through the Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center job portal. The application process requires submitting a cover letter, a resume, and three professional references via the official application page at https://www.las-americas.org/join-our-team.
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