PB Supervising Attorney

Description

• Summary : The Pro Bono Supervising Attorney is one of several attorneys in the Division’s pro bono program staff reporting to the Managing Attorney. Each Supervising Attorney administers and coordinates various pro bono program functions, including participation at community legal clinics; intake and assessment of cases for placement; engagement in matching process; and substantive mentorship and technical assistance for all cases under their supervision. The Supervising Attorney will be available to train, mentor, advise and supervise pro bono volunteer advocates including firm attorneys, general counsel, solo practitioners, law students, fellows, etc.;

will supervise internal staff attorneys; and will maintain an internal caseload secondary to and dependent on supervision needs. The Supervising Attorney will also keep staff updated about changes in laws, procedures, and policies relevant to immigrants, and will assist in developing legal strategies to address emerging issues. Also includes, as appropriate and necessary, supervision of departmental legal staff, directed advocacy, program development, program representation with public and private stakeholders, limited teaching / speaking.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following :

programming, including fellowships, internships, clinic programs, and individual placements.

Supervision includes advising / training pro bono volunteer advocates on substantive family and

immigration law and procedures; ensuring quality of legal work; ensuring case outcomes are met; and assisting with required reports and requests for information about program and funding proposals.

for legal trainings, case placements, etc.; and manages all case placements on referral net platform.

liaison with local elected and law enforcement representatives, with the aim of enhancing CCCS

presence and voice.

Qualifications :

Education and / or experience required :

1. Juris Doctor.

2. Three (3) years of post-JD experience in immigration law

Skills, Licenses, and / or competencies required :

1. Fluent in English, reading, writing and speaking.

2. Admission to the New York State bar.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work :

The position will require the lawyer to perform case work at CCCS’ main immigration office, other sites, and in immigration and family courts. The position requires willingness to travel throughout the Archdiocese. Days and hours of work are generally 9 : 00 AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday. Additional evening / weekend hours may be required to meet court and / or program deadlines, clinical consultation days, or client needs.

Working conditions and physical demands required :

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

occasionally ascend / descend stairs, and be exposed to outside weather conditions.

Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.