UC Immigrant Legal Services Contract Attorney (LEGAL SVC ADVISOR 2)

Apply for Job

Job ID

82071

Location

Davis

Full / Part Time

Full Time

Add to Favorite Jobs

Email this Job

Job Summary

THIS ONE-YEAR FULL-TIME CONTRACT POSITION (WITH POSSIBILITY OF RENEWAL) WILL PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES TO UC CENTER ELIGIBLE POPULATIONS AND SUPPORT THE UC CENTER IN ADVANCING SPECIAL PROJECTS.

Under general direction, the attorney's work will focus on providing direct legal services to University of California affiliates and other noncitizen populations, including conducting intakes, screenings, research, analysis, form completion, brief writing, representation before various immigration agencies and / or court proceedings and engaging in administrative advocacy.

The attorney will also support special projects of the UC Center, including but not limited to, the UC Center's work with the Bay Area DACA Initiative ("BADI"), which seeks to expand access to immigration relief options for DACA beneficiaries and other noncitizens with a connection to the Bay Area. In addition to direct legal services, work on special projects will involve developing and carrying out outreach and education projects, tracking grant deliverables, resource development and other community education materials, in-person and virtual trainings and presentations to a wide range of audiences, and collaborating with partner organizations, and other work as needed to advance the special projects and ensure the successful completion of deliverables and other metrics.

This is a hybrid, though primarily remote, position for someone located in California. This position will require some travel, particularly for meetings, presentations, and to facilitate training sessions. Travel to UC campuses will be as needed. The legal work will be conducted virtually or in person, as directed by the UC Center

Apply By Date

November 3, 2025 at 11 : 59pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position

• J.D. degree. Member of a State Bar, or Provisionally Licensed to practice law.
• At least one year of experience in immigration law practice, including affirmative family-based immigration relief, U-Visa, VAWA, SIJS, adjustment of status, naturalization, advance parole, and DACA.
• Experience working with low-income communities and immigrants, preferably immigrant youth / young adults.
• Experience using writing, editing, and proofreading skills to write complex documents, and draft and create legal documents clearly, logically, and precisely with close attention to detail.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment and skills to communicate, interact, and work with diverse constituencies, particularly in student services organizations.
• Knowledge of legal and non-legal electronic databases to sufficiently support preparation of complex documents.
• Interpersonal and communications skills to state ideas clearly and concisely and to work closely with UC colleagues, college students and their families, staff at USCIS and courts, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

The contract Attorney as part of the University of California Immigrant Legal Services Center will work directly to serve the immigration needs of UC affiliates, including UC students and their immediate family members, UC employees, UC alumni and other noncitizens. This position will involve some travel for meetings, presentations, as well as to courts and / or immigration offices.

The Contract Attorney should have experience with general immigration issues, including assessing grounds of inadmissibility and deportability, affirmative family-based immigration relief, humanitarian forms of relief (U-Visa, VAWA, SIJS, T-Visa, asylum), adjustment of status, naturalization, DACA, and Advance Parole. Some experience with employment-based immigration options, removal defense, and outreach and education is preferred.

POSITION INFORMATION

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC : https : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / labor / bargaining-units / index.html

Physical Demands

Environmental Demands

Mental Demands

Work Environment

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit : https : / / hr.ucdavis.edu / departments / recruitment / ucd / selection / background-checks

#CA-SE