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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non‑governmental organizations, at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions‑driven, passionate change‑maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions worldwide for a better future.
Job Overview The IRC seeks a Supervising Attorney to join the IRC in Dallas. The Supervising Attorney is an experienced immigration lawyer who will focus on supervision, direct representation, and providing legal services for detained and released unaccompanied children, including representation in immigration court, before USCIS, and in state court proceedings. The position will work in collaboration with community partners and will be part of the Children’s Legal Services Community of Practice, led by IRC’s Legal Services Technical Unit at IRC’s headquarters, which supports IRC’s 24 legal service programs across the U.S.
This is a temporary position until September 30, 2025, with possibility of extension dependent on funding.
Responsibilities
Supervise attorneys, legal assistants, and DOJ Accredited representatives serving detained and released unaccompanied child clients, focusing on state court representation for SIJS, asylum, and removal defense.
Conduct and oversee intakes with child clients, identify immigration relief such as SIJS, asylum, cancellation of removal, VAWA, U‑visa, T‑visa, etc., and provide direct representation for unaccompanied children released to sponsors in the Atlanta Metro area before USCIS and the immigration court.
Initiate state court proceedings for children who are eligible for special immigrant juvenile status.
Provide legal trainings and technical case assistance to in‑house staff, pro‑bono attorneys, ORR facility staff and other stakeholders and community partners as needed to maximize effective legal services to immigrant children.
Coordinate closely within IRC’s multidisciplinary teams to identify needs and facilitate referrals to services offered in‑house and through partnerships with external providers.
Ensure client and program data is collected consistently, managed appropriately, and reported accurately in accordance with program reporting requirements set by IRC and the funder.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge and expertise of changing asylum and immigration policies as they relate to children through regular trainings and peer‑to‑peer consultation.
Serve as a strong advocate for humanitarian immigrants.
Participate in community‑based coalitions related to immigrant rights.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements Education Law degree (JD or LLM) from an ABA‑accredited U.S. institution and member in good standing of the Texas bar.
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience strongly preferred providing direct representation in immigration court and/or before USCIS to asylum applicants and other immigrants seeking humanitarian relief.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing direct representation before state courts in furtherance of SIJS petitions.
Experience providing legal services to unaccompanied children and/or working with children preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies
Ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills, and excellent legal judgment.
Clear and effective communication, both orally in a courtroom setting and in writing.
Strong team member in a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Deep commitment to immigrant rights and working with humanitarian immigrants.
Trauma‑informed and sensitive listening and communication skills.
Personal integrity in handling ethically complex and confidential situations.
Fluency in English; proficiency in Spanish desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other digital tools.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently in and around the service area.
Willingness to submit to an extensive background check including FBI, statewide child welfare and sex offender registry checks.
Working Environment
Combination of standard office environment, remote work, and field time within the service delivery area.
Occasional domestic travel required.
May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Compensation Pay range: $64,351 – $109,721. Posted pay ranges apply to U.S.‑based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the U.S., these include: 10 sick days, 10 U.S. holidays, 20‑25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to staff and families for counseling and mental health support.
Professional Conduct The IRC and its workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct: Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Supervising Attorney
role at
International Rescue Committee
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non‑governmental organizations, at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions‑driven, passionate change‑maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions worldwide for a better future.
Job Overview The IRC seeks a Supervising Attorney to join the IRC in Dallas. The Supervising Attorney is an experienced immigration lawyer who will focus on supervision, direct representation, and providing legal services for detained and released unaccompanied children, including representation in immigration court, before USCIS, and in state court proceedings. The position will work in collaboration with community partners and will be part of the Children’s Legal Services Community of Practice, led by IRC’s Legal Services Technical Unit at IRC’s headquarters, which supports IRC’s 24 legal service programs across the U.S.
This is a temporary position until September 30, 2025, with possibility of extension dependent on funding.
Responsibilities
Supervise attorneys, legal assistants, and DOJ Accredited representatives serving detained and released unaccompanied child clients, focusing on state court representation for SIJS, asylum, and removal defense.
Conduct and oversee intakes with child clients, identify immigration relief such as SIJS, asylum, cancellation of removal, VAWA, U‑visa, T‑visa, etc., and provide direct representation for unaccompanied children released to sponsors in the Atlanta Metro area before USCIS and the immigration court.
Initiate state court proceedings for children who are eligible for special immigrant juvenile status.
Provide legal trainings and technical case assistance to in‑house staff, pro‑bono attorneys, ORR facility staff and other stakeholders and community partners as needed to maximize effective legal services to immigrant children.
Coordinate closely within IRC’s multidisciplinary teams to identify needs and facilitate referrals to services offered in‑house and through partnerships with external providers.
Ensure client and program data is collected consistently, managed appropriately, and reported accurately in accordance with program reporting requirements set by IRC and the funder.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge and expertise of changing asylum and immigration policies as they relate to children through regular trainings and peer‑to‑peer consultation.
Serve as a strong advocate for humanitarian immigrants.
Participate in community‑based coalitions related to immigrant rights.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements Education Law degree (JD or LLM) from an ABA‑accredited U.S. institution and member in good standing of the Texas bar.
Work Experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience strongly preferred providing direct representation in immigration court and/or before USCIS to asylum applicants and other immigrants seeking humanitarian relief.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing direct representation before state courts in furtherance of SIJS petitions.
Experience providing legal services to unaccompanied children and/or working with children preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies
Ability to promote an organizational culture that reflects IRC’s core values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills, and excellent legal judgment.
Clear and effective communication, both orally in a courtroom setting and in writing.
Strong team member in a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Deep commitment to immigrant rights and working with humanitarian immigrants.
Trauma‑informed and sensitive listening and communication skills.
Personal integrity in handling ethically complex and confidential situations.
Fluency in English; proficiency in Spanish desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other digital tools.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently in and around the service area.
Willingness to submit to an extensive background check including FBI, statewide child welfare and sex offender registry checks.
Working Environment
Combination of standard office environment, remote work, and field time within the service delivery area.
Occasional domestic travel required.
May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Compensation Pay range: $64,351 – $109,721. Posted pay ranges apply to U.S.‑based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the U.S., these include: 10 sick days, 10 U.S. holidays, 20‑25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to staff and families for counseling and mental health support.
Professional Conduct The IRC and its workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct: Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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