CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California
Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney
CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
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CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California CAIR San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a seasoned and mission-driven Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney to lead our immigration legal services across the Bay Area. This senior-level position is ideal for someone with deep expertise in immigration law and a strong commitment to community-centered advocacy. The role offers the opportunity to supervise a growing legal team, support high-impact cases, and shape the strategic direction of our immigrants' rights work.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Title:
Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney
Schedule Type:
Full-time (Exempt). Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Location:
Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office. CAIR staff are currently working a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote.
Requirements:
Ability to travel throughout the Bay Area (vehicle and driver's license required); authorization to work in the United States.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to Executive Director. Supervises immigration staff, including attorneys and caseworkers.
About the Role:
As the Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney, you will oversee day-to-day operations of the immigration legal team, including attorneys, paralegals, clerks, and volunteers, ensuring high-quality service delivery and efficient case management. You'll maintain your own caseload of short- and long-term matters while also serving as a legal and strategic advisor on organizational priorities, including rapid response efforts, litigation, and coalition work.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Supervision
Provide leadership and supervision to the Immigrants' Rights legal team Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Immigrants' Rights team including management of intakes, civil rights staff, clerks, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Supervise casework of attorneys, coordinators, caseworkers, paralegals, and volunteers Oversee retained case load to ensure all intakes and retained cases are properly documented and advanced Participate in CAIR-SFBA's Management Team, including regular meetings, advice to executives, and facilitation of organizational goals
Legal Representation
Conduct client intake, prepare applications, and petitions for submission to the appropriate agencies Represent clients before various government agencies and in litigation Communicate with outside parties such as attorneys, employers, law enforcement agencies, administrative agencies, elected officials, and media contacts Manage a sizeable, high-impact caseload, balancing short-term direct services and longer-term full scope retainers
Community Engagement
Respond to intake requests from organizational leaders for key community stakeholders and members to ensure they are properly addressed Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including planning and conducting Know Your Rights events and Immigration Legal clinics Work in, lead, or form coalitions with other organizations and collaborate with civil rights partners Co-lead CAIR-SFBA's efforts on rapid response issues, alongside CAIR-SFBA's Management Team
Legal Research and Documentation
Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, legal articles, and legal codes Prepare legal writing including, but not limited to, drafting complaints, discovery, briefs, letters, and memos; and non-legal writing including drafting community advisories, issue briefings, and reports Identify, develop, lead, and oversee litigation efforts including legal writing and review of complaints, demand letters, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents; conducting and defending depositions; attending legal hearings
Grant Management
Manage grant requirements and reporting for current and future grants as received
Client Assessment and Referrals
Assess clients for other legal services and immigrants' rights-related needs, as appropriate Grow referral database and utilize it strategically and thoughtfully to provide referrals to potential clients who CAIR is unable to assist
Marketing and Reporting
Partner with the Executive Director, Communications Manager, and colleagues to strategize and implement marketing for CAIR-SFBA's immigrants' rights services and impact Assist other staff in the production of internal and external reports, including serving as the final reviewer if needed
All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, weekly outreach, and other office tasks.
Required Qualifications
A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission Law degree from an American Bar Association accredited school Member in good standing of the California state bar At least five years of immigration law, or other relevant, experience, including at least one year of training and mentoring other legal workers Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail Comfort working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking experience Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds High degree of self-motivation and creativity Basic computer proficiency including knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and LexisNexis Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint and Office365 Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the greater Bay Area
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the American Muslim community and/or in a community, faith-based, and/or non-profit organization Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint, Office365, and social media applications Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Farsi or Urdu
Compensation
Compensation in the range of $104,473 - $128,710/annually, commensurate with experience Fully paid Kaiser Health Insurance and Blue Cross PPO Dental Plan for employee and dependents 3% retirement matching contribution 12 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 12 vacation days
Application Deadline:
Priority deadline is June 21, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To Apply:
Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, (3) a brief example of your writing, and (4) the names and contact information of three references.
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Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney
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CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney
role at
CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California CAIR San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a seasoned and mission-driven Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney to lead our immigration legal services across the Bay Area. This senior-level position is ideal for someone with deep expertise in immigration law and a strong commitment to community-centered advocacy. The role offers the opportunity to supervise a growing legal team, support high-impact cases, and shape the strategic direction of our immigrants' rights work.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Title:
Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney
Schedule Type:
Full-time (Exempt). Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Location:
Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office. CAIR staff are currently working a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote.
Requirements:
Ability to travel throughout the Bay Area (vehicle and driver's license required); authorization to work in the United States.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to Executive Director. Supervises immigration staff, including attorneys and caseworkers.
About the Role:
As the Immigrants' Rights Managing Attorney, you will oversee day-to-day operations of the immigration legal team, including attorneys, paralegals, clerks, and volunteers, ensuring high-quality service delivery and efficient case management. You'll maintain your own caseload of short- and long-term matters while also serving as a legal and strategic advisor on organizational priorities, including rapid response efforts, litigation, and coalition work.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Supervision
Provide leadership and supervision to the Immigrants' Rights legal team Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Immigrants' Rights team including management of intakes, civil rights staff, clerks, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Supervise casework of attorneys, coordinators, caseworkers, paralegals, and volunteers Oversee retained case load to ensure all intakes and retained cases are properly documented and advanced Participate in CAIR-SFBA's Management Team, including regular meetings, advice to executives, and facilitation of organizational goals
Legal Representation
Conduct client intake, prepare applications, and petitions for submission to the appropriate agencies Represent clients before various government agencies and in litigation Communicate with outside parties such as attorneys, employers, law enforcement agencies, administrative agencies, elected officials, and media contacts Manage a sizeable, high-impact caseload, balancing short-term direct services and longer-term full scope retainers
Community Engagement
Respond to intake requests from organizational leaders for key community stakeholders and members to ensure they are properly addressed Participate in community outreach and educational activities, including planning and conducting Know Your Rights events and Immigration Legal clinics Work in, lead, or form coalitions with other organizations and collaborate with civil rights partners Co-lead CAIR-SFBA's efforts on rapid response issues, alongside CAIR-SFBA's Management Team
Legal Research and Documentation
Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, legal articles, and legal codes Prepare legal writing including, but not limited to, drafting complaints, discovery, briefs, letters, and memos; and non-legal writing including drafting community advisories, issue briefings, and reports Identify, develop, lead, and oversee litigation efforts including legal writing and review of complaints, demand letters, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents; conducting and defending depositions; attending legal hearings
Grant Management
Manage grant requirements and reporting for current and future grants as received
Client Assessment and Referrals
Assess clients for other legal services and immigrants' rights-related needs, as appropriate Grow referral database and utilize it strategically and thoughtfully to provide referrals to potential clients who CAIR is unable to assist
Marketing and Reporting
Partner with the Executive Director, Communications Manager, and colleagues to strategize and implement marketing for CAIR-SFBA's immigrants' rights services and impact Assist other staff in the production of internal and external reports, including serving as the final reviewer if needed
All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, weekly outreach, and other office tasks.
Required Qualifications
A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission Law degree from an American Bar Association accredited school Member in good standing of the California state bar At least five years of immigration law, or other relevant, experience, including at least one year of training and mentoring other legal workers Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail Comfort working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking experience Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds High degree of self-motivation and creativity Basic computer proficiency including knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and LexisNexis Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint and Office365 Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the greater Bay Area
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with the American Muslim community and/or in a community, faith-based, and/or non-profit organization Knowledge of cloud applications such as SharePoint, Office365, and social media applications Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Farsi or Urdu
Compensation
Compensation in the range of $104,473 - $128,710/annually, commensurate with experience Fully paid Kaiser Health Insurance and Blue Cross PPO Dental Plan for employee and dependents 3% retirement matching contribution 12 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 12 vacation days
Application Deadline:
Priority deadline is June 21, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To Apply:
Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, (3) a brief example of your writing, and (4) the names and contact information of three references.
CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionLegal IndustriesCivic and Social Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California by 2x Get notified about new Managing Attorney jobs in
Santa Clara, CA . Lead/Associate General Counsel, Monetization (Ads) Menlo Park, CA $198,000.00-$266,000.00 3 weeks ago Deputy General Counsel (Sr Director), Legal Center of Excellence Pleasanton, CA $246,500.00-$438,000.00 1 week ago Senior Director, Associate General Counsel - Commercial Menlo Park, CA $266,000.00-$404,200.00 2 hours ago Director and Associate General Counsel, Privacy & Data ProtectionSenior Director, Associate General Counsel-Head of Patent Litigation San Francisco Bay Area $325,000.00-$354,000.00 3 weeks ago Senior Director, Associate General Counsel - Commercial Dublin, CA $266,000.00-$404,200.00 1 day ago Associate General Counsel Director, Product & Privacy San Jose, CA $201,100.00-$368,700.00 2 days ago Redwood City, CA $289,000.00-$333,000.00 2 days ago Assistant General Counsel, Compliance, and Ethics San Jose, CA $228,000.00-$328,000.00 1 day ago Menlo Park, CA $198,000.00-$266,000.00 2 weeks ago San Jose, CA $264,000.00-$323,000.00 1 week ago San Francisco Bay Area $180,000.00-$250,000.00 3 weeks ago Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment San Jose, CA $80,000.00-$105,000.00 16 hours ago Associate General Counsel, Sanctions Compliance Menlo Park, CA $198,000.00-$266,000.00 3 weeks ago Stanford, CA $201,000.00-$320,000.00 1 week ago Mid to Senior Level Litigation Associate Attorney Fremont, CA $250,000.00-$300,000.00 4 weeks ago Associate General Counsel – Securities and Governance San Jose, CA $300,000.00-$400,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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