Senior Training Attorney

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Training Attorney will play a leading role in developing and delivering training programs and litigation analysis for the Immigration Law Unit. This position will be instrumental in ensuring our attorneys, paralegals, and accredited representatives have the knowledge and skills to effectively serve low-income adults and children facing immigration law challenges.  This role will collaborate with Immigration Unit leadership to identify training needs, design comprehensive programs, and create engaging learning materials.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

• Collaborate with Immigration Unit leadership to identify training needs for staff.
• Develop and provide training on various topics, and cases, legal ethics,  and trial advocacy.
  
• Update training materials as needed.
• Stay informed of current legal developments and conduct an ongoing analysis of case law and changing immigration policies, assisting the staff to prepare their cases and understand the changing legal landscape.
• Collaborate with Supervising Attorneys and Program Director to identify opportunities for professional development for staff and facilitate access to relevant training opportunities.
• Carry a reduced case load as appropriate and assist with IMM appeals and cases.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience practicing family law.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues and program participants
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to social justice and a passion for serving underprivileged communities.

BENEFITS

• Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
• 15 days of vacation to start (More based on experience)
• 60 hours of sick leave
• 30 hours of personal time
• 14 paid holidays a year
• $375 per year internet stipend
• 3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan of your choice
• 5% language differential for being proficient in a program-relevant language

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

As mandated by our government funders, all offers are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Previous convictions or legal issues do not automatically result in your disqualification. All are welcome to apply.