Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)
Managing Attorney, Baltimore
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Pay Range: $98,397 – $122,997 per year.
About KIND Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population, building strong partnerships, and advocating for systemic reforms to advance the rights of those children.
Position Summary KIND seeks a Managing Attorney in Baltimore to assist in the management of legal services to children and families affected by family separation and other emerging legal and policy changes affecting migrant children. The Managing Attorney will provide direct representation, pro‑bono mentoring, and strategic legal counsel and program planning and implementation in a cutting‑edge area of humanitarian immigration work on behalf of highly vulnerable children. The incumbent will also supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, and program staff, reporting to the Managing Director, Baltimore.
Essential Functions
Supervise and lead program staff in the relevant jurisdiction(s), in consultation with the Managing Director.
Provide program oversight, direct representation, pro‑bono placements and supervise casework, manage caseloads, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure high‑quality legal work.
Plan and implement recruitment, mentoring, and case placement strategies to increase pro‑bono representation of unaccompanied immigrant children.
Develop pro‑bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets, and assist with local KIND training for staff and external partners.
Offer mentoring to KIND pro‑bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients, including legal research, strategy formulation, client interviews, court appearances, and filing pleadings.
Provide legal skills training to in‑house staff, pro‑bono attorneys, and stakeholders, in coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team.
Support the Managing Director in developing and implementing strategies to meet programmatic and funding deliverables, including staff recruitment, employee engagement, and quality control.
Ensure mid‑level supervisors are equipped to supervise and coach their direct reports.
Oversee data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits and technical fluency with KIND’s case management systems.
Lead and manage large and complex programs, oversee grant reports, metrics, and assist in drafting funding proposals.
Maintain internal and external stakeholder relations, participate in local coalitions supporting unaccompanied immigrant children.
Collaborate with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives, including Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and International.
Participate in and lead local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.
Qualifications And Requirements
J.D. and admission to the state bar.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing immigration law, including humanitarian claims such as asylum, SIJS, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or survivors of abuse or human trafficking.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising attorneys and non‑attorney staff.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, including project management, deliverable tracking, hiring, planning, and development.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a released setting, if applicable.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work collaboratively and multi‑task in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks and delegate appropriately.
Commitment to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work‑home balance.
Experience communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required.
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (KIND pays 100% of employee‑only premiums for one of three medical plans).
Pre‑tax flexible spending account (FSA) for medical and dependent care.
Pre‑tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer‑paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employer‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance.
Our Focus on Wellness KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. We prioritize wellness through mindfulness and wellness trainings, wellness platforms, employee assistance, resilience programs, time‑away options, and office wellness activities.
Application Instructions To be considered, please submit an application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.
Disclaimer:
KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app‑based application or interview process. For more information, please visit https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/.
KIND may use artificial intelligence tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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About KIND Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population, building strong partnerships, and advocating for systemic reforms to advance the rights of those children.
Position Summary KIND seeks a Managing Attorney in Baltimore to assist in the management of legal services to children and families affected by family separation and other emerging legal and policy changes affecting migrant children. The Managing Attorney will provide direct representation, pro‑bono mentoring, and strategic legal counsel and program planning and implementation in a cutting‑edge area of humanitarian immigration work on behalf of highly vulnerable children. The incumbent will also supervise Staff Attorneys, Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, and program staff, reporting to the Managing Director, Baltimore.
Essential Functions
Supervise and lead program staff in the relevant jurisdiction(s), in consultation with the Managing Director.
Provide program oversight, direct representation, pro‑bono placements and supervise casework, manage caseloads, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure high‑quality legal work.
Plan and implement recruitment, mentoring, and case placement strategies to increase pro‑bono representation of unaccompanied immigrant children.
Develop pro‑bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets, and assist with local KIND training for staff and external partners.
Offer mentoring to KIND pro‑bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients, including legal research, strategy formulation, client interviews, court appearances, and filing pleadings.
Provide legal skills training to in‑house staff, pro‑bono attorneys, and stakeholders, in coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team.
Support the Managing Director in developing and implementing strategies to meet programmatic and funding deliverables, including staff recruitment, employee engagement, and quality control.
Ensure mid‑level supervisors are equipped to supervise and coach their direct reports.
Oversee data management, ensuring data integrity through regular case audits and technical fluency with KIND’s case management systems.
Lead and manage large and complex programs, oversee grant reports, metrics, and assist in drafting funding proposals.
Maintain internal and external stakeholder relations, participate in local coalitions supporting unaccompanied immigrant children.
Collaborate with other KIND departments on specific projects and initiatives, including Policy, Advocacy, Communications, and International.
Participate in and lead local and national KIND meetings, committees, retreats, and events.
Qualifications And Requirements
J.D. and admission to the state bar.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing immigration law, including humanitarian claims such as asylum, SIJS, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, or survivors of abuse or human trafficking.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers.
Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising attorneys and non‑attorney staff.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, including project management, deliverable tracking, hiring, planning, and development.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a released setting, if applicable.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work collaboratively and multi‑task in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks and delegate appropriately.
Commitment to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work‑home balance.
Experience communicating in a remote environment preferred but not required.
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (KIND pays 100% of employee‑only premiums for one of three medical plans).
Pre‑tax flexible spending account (FSA) for medical and dependent care.
Pre‑tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer‑paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employer‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance.
Our Focus on Wellness KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. We prioritize wellness through mindfulness and wellness trainings, wellness platforms, employee assistance, resilience programs, time‑away options, and office wellness activities.
Application Instructions To be considered, please submit an application at supportkind.org/join-the-team, along with your resume and cover letter.
Disclaimer:
KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app‑based application or interview process. For more information, please visit https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/.
KIND may use artificial intelligence tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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