Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York
ONA Legal Counsel
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, New York, New York, us, 10261
Managing Attorney at Catholic Charities Community Services
Summary:
Under a contract with the New York State Office of New Americans (ONA), the Legal Counsel provides direct legal services to residents of Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties and support to ONA Opportunity Centers in that service region. This position is specific to the ONA contract referenced herein.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. Responsibilities
Advise, counsel and represent individuals in general immigrant and non-immigrant status matters, including, but not limited to: family reunification (adjustment of status), visa extension and change of status, religious worker, naturalization, green card extension, travel/advance parole, consular processing, special adjustment relief (NACARA, HRIFA, Cuban Adjustment Act), etc. Advise, counsel and represent individuals in more specialized and complex immigration applications including, but not limited to: special juvenile immigrant petition, VAWA petitions, U and T visa applications, deferred action, inadmissibility waivers, etc. Advise, counsel and represent individuals facing removal proceedings, including, but not limited to: cancellation of removal, asylum, bond hearings, post-order relief, etc. Provide support to ONA Opportunity Centers in Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties, including bi-monthly consultation days, responses to urgent referrals for consult and responses to immigration law questions. Provide trainings, community information sessions and Know-Your-Rights workshops throughout the service region; participate in legal clinics. Maintain and update case files and case management database. Compile monthly statistics and reports. Other duties as assigned. Position Type and Hours The position will require the lawyer to perform services throughout Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties, including at the ONA Opportunity Centers in the service region, as well as at CCCS offices in the area and in immigration and family courts. The lawyer may also have an office at CCCS’ Bronx Center. The position requires willingness to travel throughout the service region. Days and hours of work are generally 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. Additional evening/weekend hours may be required to meet court and/or program deadlines or client needs. Working Conditions Travel at least 20% of the time using public transportation or vehicle, traverse city streets, occasionally ascend/descend stairs, and be exposed to outside weather conditions. Remain stationary at a work station, in court/meetings, and use a computer at least 75% of the time. Remain stationary and/or ambulate to instruct and monitor during trainings and presentations. Carry a laptop to offsite work locations. Qualifications
Education and/or experience required: Juris Doctor. Admission to a bar of any state and/or the District of Columbia; admission to the New York bar preferred. Skills, Licenses, and/or competencies required: Bilingual in English and another language. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and computer skills. Experience giving public presentations to diverse communities and stakeholders. Ability and experience working with diverse individuals and communities. Valid driver's license.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Summary:
Under a contract with the New York State Office of New Americans (ONA), the Legal Counsel provides direct legal services to residents of Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties and support to ONA Opportunity Centers in that service region. This position is specific to the ONA contract referenced herein.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. Responsibilities
Advise, counsel and represent individuals in general immigrant and non-immigrant status matters, including, but not limited to: family reunification (adjustment of status), visa extension and change of status, religious worker, naturalization, green card extension, travel/advance parole, consular processing, special adjustment relief (NACARA, HRIFA, Cuban Adjustment Act), etc. Advise, counsel and represent individuals in more specialized and complex immigration applications including, but not limited to: special juvenile immigrant petition, VAWA petitions, U and T visa applications, deferred action, inadmissibility waivers, etc. Advise, counsel and represent individuals facing removal proceedings, including, but not limited to: cancellation of removal, asylum, bond hearings, post-order relief, etc. Provide support to ONA Opportunity Centers in Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties, including bi-monthly consultation days, responses to urgent referrals for consult and responses to immigration law questions. Provide trainings, community information sessions and Know-Your-Rights workshops throughout the service region; participate in legal clinics. Maintain and update case files and case management database. Compile monthly statistics and reports. Other duties as assigned. Position Type and Hours The position will require the lawyer to perform services throughout Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties, including at the ONA Opportunity Centers in the service region, as well as at CCCS offices in the area and in immigration and family courts. The lawyer may also have an office at CCCS’ Bronx Center. The position requires willingness to travel throughout the service region. Days and hours of work are generally 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. Additional evening/weekend hours may be required to meet court and/or program deadlines or client needs. Working Conditions Travel at least 20% of the time using public transportation or vehicle, traverse city streets, occasionally ascend/descend stairs, and be exposed to outside weather conditions. Remain stationary at a work station, in court/meetings, and use a computer at least 75% of the time. Remain stationary and/or ambulate to instruct and monitor during trainings and presentations. Carry a laptop to offsite work locations. Qualifications
Education and/or experience required: Juris Doctor. Admission to a bar of any state and/or the District of Columbia; admission to the New York bar preferred. Skills, Licenses, and/or competencies required: Bilingual in English and another language. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and computer skills. Experience giving public presentations to diverse communities and stakeholders. Ability and experience working with diverse individuals and communities. Valid driver's license.
#J-18808-Ljbffr