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Mennonite Central Committee
Immigration Attorney
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An Immigration Lawyers is a legal professional who specializes in immigration law. They may represent clients in administrative courts, or they may counsel clients about their legal rights and obligations related to immigration, among other things. They also suggest courses of action based on their knowledge of immigration law.
$107,888 / year median in Florida
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Immigration Attorney Mennonite Central Committee - 4.0 Hollywood, FL Job Details Full-time $84,783.42 - $94,203.81 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Spanish Immigration law Working with immigrant populations Immigration case experience Employee relationship building English Windows Immigration requirements compliance Productivity software Bar Immigration support Full Job Description United States, Florida, Hollywood Applications due: 31 Aug, 2026 Job Synopsis The Immigration Attorney will be part of MCC South Florida Immigration Program (MCCSFIP) that will provide immigration services to our constituencies churches as well as to other communities in the area. Immigration services will consist of, but not be limited to providing immigration counseling, filling out immigration documents, maintaining accurate confidential files, representing clients in court, and occasionally giving presentations on immigration law/services of the program to our constituent congregations. Job Details Salaried Employee -Full Time at 1 FTE Qualifications All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply. Law degree and active license to practice law required A minimum of three years' experience (including law school clinical experience) with immigration law and procedures Excellent legal skills and understanding of movement lawyering principles. Bilingual English/Spanish required. Strong written and oral communication skills including public speaking. Self-motivated, detail oriented, well-organized, able to prioritize assignments and workload. Ability to build mutually respectful relationships with co-workers, clients, the public and congregations. Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities Ability to organize, plan and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Familiarity with software applications in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Word and Immigration Docketwise.
Employment eligibility:
Legally eligible to work in theU.S. MCC
offers of employment are subject to a successful criminal background check(s).Anti-oppression commitment:
MCC expects all staff to actively participate in an organization culture that focuses on dismantling any barriers based on race, economic inequality or gender-based oppression. This includes an expectation to assess and address any barriers within themselves, within their team(s), and within MCC.Safeguarding commitment:
All MCC Staff are expected to work collaboratively to create and maintain an organizational culture that prevents and responds to situations of abuse of power (sexual harassment, child abuse, racism, exploitation, and fraud among other situations).Key Responsibilities Major Responsibilities:
90% Immigration Legal Representation and Documentation, 10% Community Partners and Education Immigration Legal Representation and Documentation- 90% Provide representation to unrepresented immigrant and detainees in immigration court. Provide consultation to inform clients about the requirements related to applying for various immigration status Assists clients with applications for these immigration-related benefits Fill out application, provided legal immigration consultation and counseling Participate in meetings with Immigration Legal Subcommittee where Department of Homeland Security representatives, ZMI, EOIR and CBP participate in updates issues. Monitor new Immigration law data by the government for use in our office and reports. In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, work to choose and accept cases Community Partner and Education 10% Participate in MCCSFIP staff meetings and case reviews. Attend EC meetings as needed. Other duties as assigned on a temporary basis.Supervision:
This position does not supervise anyone Travel expectations: Minimal local travel and East Coast regional gathering or two per yearPhysical Activity/Demands:
- Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
- Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.
- This position is not regularly exposed to any adverse environmental conditions.