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Overview
Summary:
This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting Hawaiis immigrant and refugee communities by delivering direct legal services through Pacific Gateway Centers (PGC) Legal Services Department. The Staff Attorney will contribute to several key programs, including the
Unaccompanied Children Program (UCP) , which provides legal assistance to unaccompanied minors in Hawaii, and the
Immigration and Refugee Services Program , which offers a wide range of immigration legal services to refugees and other immigrants (excluding removal defense). Working alongside and supporting PGCs DOJ-accredited representatives, the Staff Attorney will also engage in community education, legal clinics, workshops, and outreach initiatives to expand access to justice. This position offers the opportunity to develop strong professional skills through hands-on training, mentorship, and collaboration in a supportive and mission-driven environment. Job Responsibilities
Assisting in the preparation of applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T-Visas, U-Visas, drafting Petitions for Guardianship/Custody before the Hawaii Family Court, and compiling supporting evidence; Performing legal research; Conducting client screenings and intakes; Maintaining detailed documentation of client work; Occasionally appearing before the Honolulu Immigration Court, USCIS, and Board of Immigration Appeals, if coverage is needed for Managing Attorney. Assist the Immigration and Refugee Services Program by: Providing direct representation to immigrants and refugees applying for immigration benefits, including but not limited to naturalization, lawful permanent residence, work authorization, advance parole, DACA, and more; Conducting client intakes, providing legal advice during client consultations, assist with petition/forms, gathering documentation/evidence, and preparing documents for final submission; Support and provide guidance to partially-accredited DOJ representatives who perform immigration legal services on behalf of PGC; Maintain detailed documentation of all client work; Keep abreast of immigration law and conduct research, as needed; Ensure program data is collected consistently, managed appropriately, and reported timely, using PGCs legal case management database and other relevant case management systems; Participate in workshops and outreach activities for client base and community initiatives on immigration legal issues; Support Immigration Services team with other duties as needed. Qualifications
Education & Credentials
Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited U.S. institution; Admission to a U.S. state bar. Experience
Experience in immigration law or related work preferred but not required; Familiarity with Hawaii and various immigrant communities in Hawaii strongly preferred but not required; Demonstrated interest in working with community organizations or low-income clients and populations. Skills & Aptitudes
Fluency in Spanish or a second language strongly preferred; Strong legal reasoning and writing skills and superb legal judgment; Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting; Ability to manage a reasonably high case volume and work under time pressure; Ability to develop and implement case management procedures for referrals, intakes, legal service plans, follow up, and documentation; Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; Trauma-informed and sensitive listening and communication skills; Clear understanding of legal ethics rules; Provide timely follow up services; Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Google Suite, and case management software; Work well with minimal supervision; May require occasional weekend and/or evening work; Ability to build positive relationships with outside service providers and collaborate respectfully with other professionals. Physical Requirements
Frequently = F; Occasionally = O; Seldom = S; Rarely = R. F - Lifting/Carrying below 30 lbs.; O - Lifting/Carrying 31 50 lbs.; R - Lifting/Carrying above 50 lbs.; F - Travel; O - Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs.; O - Bending, Squatting, Kneeling, Lifting Overhead; F - Climbing (ascending/descending). Compensation & Hours
$75K-$80K per year Location: 723 C Umi St. Honolulu, HI 96819, 95 Mahalani St. Wailuku, HI 96793, and remote as necessary. 40 hours per week. Schedule to be determined with supervisor; some weekend and evenings may be required to meet client needs Benefits
Generous Vacation/Sick Pay Sixteen (16) annual holidays Flexible Spending Program Medical/Dental/Vision 401(k) Additional Details
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Work Location: In person Experience: Immigration law: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Honolulu, HI 96819 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Honolulu, HI 96819: Relocate before starting work (Required)
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Summary:
This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting Hawaiis immigrant and refugee communities by delivering direct legal services through Pacific Gateway Centers (PGC) Legal Services Department. The Staff Attorney will contribute to several key programs, including the
Unaccompanied Children Program (UCP) , which provides legal assistance to unaccompanied minors in Hawaii, and the
Immigration and Refugee Services Program , which offers a wide range of immigration legal services to refugees and other immigrants (excluding removal defense). Working alongside and supporting PGCs DOJ-accredited representatives, the Staff Attorney will also engage in community education, legal clinics, workshops, and outreach initiatives to expand access to justice. This position offers the opportunity to develop strong professional skills through hands-on training, mentorship, and collaboration in a supportive and mission-driven environment. Job Responsibilities
Assisting in the preparation of applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T-Visas, U-Visas, drafting Petitions for Guardianship/Custody before the Hawaii Family Court, and compiling supporting evidence; Performing legal research; Conducting client screenings and intakes; Maintaining detailed documentation of client work; Occasionally appearing before the Honolulu Immigration Court, USCIS, and Board of Immigration Appeals, if coverage is needed for Managing Attorney. Assist the Immigration and Refugee Services Program by: Providing direct representation to immigrants and refugees applying for immigration benefits, including but not limited to naturalization, lawful permanent residence, work authorization, advance parole, DACA, and more; Conducting client intakes, providing legal advice during client consultations, assist with petition/forms, gathering documentation/evidence, and preparing documents for final submission; Support and provide guidance to partially-accredited DOJ representatives who perform immigration legal services on behalf of PGC; Maintain detailed documentation of all client work; Keep abreast of immigration law and conduct research, as needed; Ensure program data is collected consistently, managed appropriately, and reported timely, using PGCs legal case management database and other relevant case management systems; Participate in workshops and outreach activities for client base and community initiatives on immigration legal issues; Support Immigration Services team with other duties as needed. Qualifications
Education & Credentials
Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited U.S. institution; Admission to a U.S. state bar. Experience
Experience in immigration law or related work preferred but not required; Familiarity with Hawaii and various immigrant communities in Hawaii strongly preferred but not required; Demonstrated interest in working with community organizations or low-income clients and populations. Skills & Aptitudes
Fluency in Spanish or a second language strongly preferred; Strong legal reasoning and writing skills and superb legal judgment; Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting; Ability to manage a reasonably high case volume and work under time pressure; Ability to develop and implement case management procedures for referrals, intakes, legal service plans, follow up, and documentation; Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; Trauma-informed and sensitive listening and communication skills; Clear understanding of legal ethics rules; Provide timely follow up services; Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Google Suite, and case management software; Work well with minimal supervision; May require occasional weekend and/or evening work; Ability to build positive relationships with outside service providers and collaborate respectfully with other professionals. Physical Requirements
Frequently = F; Occasionally = O; Seldom = S; Rarely = R. F - Lifting/Carrying below 30 lbs.; O - Lifting/Carrying 31 50 lbs.; R - Lifting/Carrying above 50 lbs.; F - Travel; O - Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs.; O - Bending, Squatting, Kneeling, Lifting Overhead; F - Climbing (ascending/descending). Compensation & Hours
$75K-$80K per year Location: 723 C Umi St. Honolulu, HI 96819, 95 Mahalani St. Wailuku, HI 96793, and remote as necessary. 40 hours per week. Schedule to be determined with supervisor; some weekend and evenings may be required to meet client needs Benefits
Generous Vacation/Sick Pay Sixteen (16) annual holidays Flexible Spending Program Medical/Dental/Vision 401(k) Additional Details
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Work Location: In person Experience: Immigration law: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Honolulu, HI 96819 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Honolulu, HI 96819: Relocate before starting work (Required)
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