Federal Litigation Attorney

POSITION: Litigation Attorney 

REPORTS TO: Director of Network Services  

SECTION: Executive  

STATUS: Exempt 

SALARY: $87,000 - $93,000 

LOCATION: Remote

Summary Description: 

The Litigation Attorney will oversee CLINIC’s involvement in impact litigation by identifying and collaborating with outside counsel and partner organizations, without serving as lead counsel. Additionally, the Litigation Attorney will serve as lead on updating stakeholders (CLINIC staff, board, affiliates, and clients) on the impact of pending litigation on the provision of immigration legal services. This attorney will work under the direction of the Director of Network Services and in close coordination with CLINIC’s Advocacy and Training and Technical Assistance teams. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

Litigation Liaison Work 

• Identify, develop, and implement immigration litigation strategies that further CLINIC’s mission and its network’s best interests and within the organization’s budgetary restrictions.
• Oversee all aspects of CLINIC’s involvement in impact litigation, from case initiation to appeal, if needed. 
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft persuasive language for use in legal briefs and motions as needed.
• Interview and compile data and stories from CLINIC’s network to inform ongoing litigation.

Relationship Building 

• Collaborate with other national and local organizations to identify potential litigation opportunities and share best practices.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with co-counsel, expert witnesses, and other stakeholders.
• Represent CLINIC at conferences, hearings, and media events dealing with litigation.

Mentorship and Training 

• Provide training and technical assistance to CLINIC staff, affiliates, board, pro bono attorneys, and other stakeholders on, improper denials, litigation strategies, and litigation impacting the provision of immigration legal services,
• Work closely with other members of CLINIC’s staff to develop and implement training programs and resources.
• Serve as a thought leader within CLINIC and the legal community on immigration law and policy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school 
• Membership in good standing of the bar of highest court in any state or the District of Columbia.
• 5+ years of substantive experience in federal immigration litigation 
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Possesses and maintains updated knowledge of federal, state, and local laws affecting immigrants
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with legal technology and e-discovery tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team   

Other  

• Demonstrate knowledge of and support the organization’s mission, vision, value statements, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Fulfill CLINIC’s expectations that all staff abide by the following Organization Behaviors  
  • Commitment to social justice and the mission of CLINIC
  • Fulfill CLINIC’s expectations for all staff:

• Serve with integrity
• Develop innovative solutions
• Promote learning – for themselves, for their colleagues, and for our network
• Cultivate constructive relationships
• Model stewardship
• Maintain a positive attitude

• Exhibit leadership skills and initiative
• Own your work
• Teamwork and cooperation with colleagues
• Resolves conflicts effectively and makes effective decisions

• Occasional travel may be required.