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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 (INGO), working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. 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 of people world-wide for a better future.
IRC seeks a Senior Children’s Attorney to join the IRC’s Washington State operations in SeaTac, Washington. The Senior Children’s Attorney is experienced in the areas of law affecting unaccompanied immigrant children – immigration, juvenile, and family law. The role will focus on direct representation, supervision and supporting the ongoing development of IRC Washington’s Children’s Legal Services program, a program funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) and providing legal services for unaccompanied children, including representation in immigration court, before USCIS, and in state court proceedings.
This position is anticipated to be funded through July 31, 2026. Continuation is subject to ongoing funding availability .
Major Responsibilities
Handle caseload of complex children’s cases before the state courts, immigration court and USCIS.
Conduct and oversee intakes with child clients, identify relief such as SIJ classification, asylum, VAWA, U‑visa, T‑visa, etc., and provide direct representation for unaccompanied children released to sponsors in King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties.
Initiate state court proceedings, including Dependencies, Vulnerable Youth Guardianships, Parenting Plans, Minor Guardianships, and other state court actions as deemed appropriate for children who are eligible for special immigrant juvenile status.
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.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise of changing state court, 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.
Work collaboratively as part of the local team and across departments, including case managers.
Participate in community‑based coalitions related to immigrant rights.
Leadership Responsibilities
May supervise Legal Assistants, Children’s Attorneys, and/or DOJ Accredited Representatives serving IRC Washington’s children and youth clients, focusing on state court representation for SIJ classification, removal defense, and applications before USCIS.
Train and mentor Children’s Legal Services staff in state court, immigration court, and USCIS legal processes and procedures.
Lead and provide legal supervision and/or guidance to incoming fellows and/or Children’s Attorneys, with a proportionate reduction in caseload over time as supervision responsibilities increase, for long‑term growth of a holistic children’s legal services program with a vision toward program leadership and management.
Job Requirements
Law degree (JD or LLM) from an ABA‑accredited U.S. institution and admission to the Washington State Bar.
At least 3 years’ experience providing direct representation in Washington State juvenile and family courts, immigration court and/or before USCIS to immigrants seeking humanitarian relief.
Experience providing legal services to children and/or working with children preferred.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills and excellent legal judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally in a courtroom setting and in writing.
Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred or willingness to take Spanish language classes as part of the job responsibilities.
Evidence of capacity to be a 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. Working Environment
Hybrid office environment with some remote work and occasional participation in community outreach and legal assistance events.
May require occasional weekend and/or evening work, flexible working hours may be permitted on a case‑by‑case basis.
Applicants choosing a hybrid work schedule must have a home or alternate workspace they can effectively complete their work from during regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation Pay Range: $90,000 – $100,079 (US-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.
Professional Conduct The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers 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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Senior Children's 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 (INGO), working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. 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 of people world-wide for a better future.
IRC seeks a Senior Children’s Attorney to join the IRC’s Washington State operations in SeaTac, Washington. The Senior Children’s Attorney is experienced in the areas of law affecting unaccompanied immigrant children – immigration, juvenile, and family law. The role will focus on direct representation, supervision and supporting the ongoing development of IRC Washington’s Children’s Legal Services program, a program funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) and providing legal services for unaccompanied children, including representation in immigration court, before USCIS, and in state court proceedings.
This position is anticipated to be funded through July 31, 2026. Continuation is subject to ongoing funding availability .
Major Responsibilities
Handle caseload of complex children’s cases before the state courts, immigration court and USCIS.
Conduct and oversee intakes with child clients, identify relief such as SIJ classification, asylum, VAWA, U‑visa, T‑visa, etc., and provide direct representation for unaccompanied children released to sponsors in King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties.
Initiate state court proceedings, including Dependencies, Vulnerable Youth Guardianships, Parenting Plans, Minor Guardianships, and other state court actions as deemed appropriate for children who are eligible for special immigrant juvenile status.
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.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise of changing state court, 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.
Work collaboratively as part of the local team and across departments, including case managers.
Participate in community‑based coalitions related to immigrant rights.
Leadership Responsibilities
May supervise Legal Assistants, Children’s Attorneys, and/or DOJ Accredited Representatives serving IRC Washington’s children and youth clients, focusing on state court representation for SIJ classification, removal defense, and applications before USCIS.
Train and mentor Children’s Legal Services staff in state court, immigration court, and USCIS legal processes and procedures.
Lead and provide legal supervision and/or guidance to incoming fellows and/or Children’s Attorneys, with a proportionate reduction in caseload over time as supervision responsibilities increase, for long‑term growth of a holistic children’s legal services program with a vision toward program leadership and management.
Job Requirements
Law degree (JD or LLM) from an ABA‑accredited U.S. institution and admission to the Washington State Bar.
At least 3 years’ experience providing direct representation in Washington State juvenile and family courts, immigration court and/or before USCIS to immigrants seeking humanitarian relief.
Experience providing legal services to children and/or working with children preferred.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills and excellent legal judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally in a courtroom setting and in writing.
Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred or willingness to take Spanish language classes as part of the job responsibilities.
Evidence of capacity to be a 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. Working Environment
Hybrid office environment with some remote work and occasional participation in community outreach and legal assistance events.
May require occasional weekend and/or evening work, flexible working hours may be permitted on a case‑by‑case basis.
Applicants choosing a hybrid work schedule must have a home or alternate workspace they can effectively complete their work from during regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation Pay Range: $90,000 – $100,079 (US-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.
Professional Conduct The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers 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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