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Job DescriptionAbout NYLAG: Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combatting economic, racial, and social injustice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. Our services include comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships. NYLAG exists because wealth should not determine who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic racism by serving individuals and families whose legal and financial crises are often rooted in racial inequality. NYLAG goes to where the need is, providing services in more than 150 community sites (e.g. courts, hospitals, libraries) and on our Mobile Legal Help Center. NYLAG’s staff of over 400 impacted the lives of nearly 129,000 people last year. Job description New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) seeks a highly motivated Supervising Attorney for a full-time, temporary position. The Supervising Attorney will lead a team of Staff Attorneys and Paralegals primarily working on detained and non-detained removal defense and post-order work. The job requires substantive knowledge and experience working with removal defense, asylum-seeking families and minors, the intersection of criminal and immigration law, and overseeing the development and implementation of programming and contract management. Candidates will have a proactive ability to solve problems under time pressure, a strong commitment to providing client-centered services for clients experiencing trauma, and an ability to provide professional development and support to a team of attorneys, paralegals, and volunteers at various stages in their careers. The Supervisor will work within the Immigrant Protection Unit at NYLAG as a part of the unit leadership team assisting with the operations of the unit, grant reporting, and development of the team and unit. The Supervisor will report directly to the Director or Associate Director of the Unit. Duties and Responsibilities The Supervisor’s responsibilities will include: • Provide supervision and subject matter expertise on screening, issue-spotting and advising prospective clients, inadmissibility and removability, asylum, withholding of removal, and relief pursuant to the Convention Against Torture, Special Immigrant Juvenile Visas, Cancellation of Removal, and other relief available to detained and non-detained immigrants in removal proceedings., • Provide supervision and subject matter expertise for post-removal order cases including Motions to Reopen, Credible and Reasonable Fear proceedings, and substantive appeals to the BIA., • Manage assignment of cases and professional development for supervisees., • Represent a small number of non-detained New York City residents, in removal proceedings before EOIR, in appeals to the BIA, and limited federal litigation., • Act as a liaison to partner organizations and other external stakeholders to coordinate programming and reporting., • Track client cases, progress of applications, and follow up for funding purposes. Liaise with NYLAG Development team to compile data and report to funders on relevant grants., • Conduct internal and external trainings for attorneys, paralegals, and other community advocates., • Represent NYLAG to our funders, collaborative partners, and other external stakeholders including coordinating programming and reporting, attending conferences and trainings, and sharing materials., • J.D. and admission to New York State Bar, preferred admission to Southern District of New York., • Fluency in Spanish., • Minimum 5 years of experience working in immigration law, including substantive experience representing clients in removal defense and asylum matters. Preferred experience working on detained cases., • Ability to work in a collaborative setting with other professionals., • Demonstrated commitment to working with immigrant communities and advancing racial and social justice., • Substantive experience with detained removal process, post-order work, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status., • Excellent writing, speaking, and analytical skills., • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, community organizations, attorneys, the judiciary and the public., • Ability to work in a collaborative setting with other professionals., • Experience working with survivors of trauma and the intersection of criminal law and immigration law., • Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, manage multiple tasks, and creatively problem solve., • Strong advocacy skills, including the ability to develop creative legal arguments, and individualize case strategies for clients with cases in varying legal postures. Employment type: ☒ Temporary Professional Level: ☒ Managerial Salary Range: NYLAG is a unionized workplace, and salaries are set pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement. The current salary range for this position is for a yearly salary between $139,053--$151,866, pro-rated for the period of employment. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care. Application Instructions: Please save resume and cover letter on one pdf. Powered by JazzHR RCNwxiDFlc

Job DescriptionAbout KIND Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children. Position Summary KIND seeks a Paralegal who will be responsible for supporting KIND’s delivery of legal services through a range of case support tasks in coordination with our attorneys. Paralegals are responsible for conducting client intakes, legal research, preparation of immigration forms, drafting affidavits, maintaining files and data, hearing preparation, social services referrals, and other related duties. The Paralegal reports to the Staff or Senior Attorney. This position is contingent upon continued funding.Essential Functions • Provides support to attorneys, including conducting legal research; fills out immigration benefits and other standard forms; drafts affidavits and basic motions; assists with hearing and interview preparation; maintains case files and data entry in the case management database; and other tasks as needed., • Conducts client phone screenings, intake interviews, and know your rights presentations and draft intake memoranda., • Provides support to pro bono attorneys during case placement and assists with administrative and planning tasks related to pro bono attorney training and mentoring., • Serves as point of contact for clients, proactively ensuring that case files and case management system reflect current contact information and status updates on case developments and child’s wellbeing., • Conducts regular check-ins with the child for direct representation cases, particularly in cases in which case adjudication is delayed; updates attorney and senior paralegal regarding new developments, as needed., • Assists in case audit efforts for pro bono cases, ensuring that updates from pro bono attorneys regarding case status and child’s wellbeing are timely and accurately recorded., • Conducts an initial assessment of case referrals received against case acceptance criteria and program priorities., • Ensures appropriate processing and data entry for referrals and intakes., • Liaises with Social Services Coordinators regarding social services needs and referrals; assists with social services projects depending on office needs; works collaboratively to achieve programmatic goals where legal services/social services intersect. Qualifications and Requirements, • Bachelor's or undergraduate degree with 1 year of relevant experience; or high school diploma with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience., • Must be fluent in English and Spanish (for direct communication with the children we serve and their caregivers, the majority of whom are Spanish speaking)., • Minimum of one year of experience conducting legal intakes or interviewing children in a professional setting., • Excellent organizational, time management skills, and attention to detail., • Ability to travel (locally) as assigned., • Ability to work within an office environment and have regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, IM, and email with KIND's team., • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Teams, Excel, etc.)., • Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities., • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate as appropriate., • Ability to multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast-paced environment., • Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.

Job Description The Chief of Staff to the Managing Partner will act as an extension of the Managing Partner—driving priorities, managing execution, and ensuring organizational alignment across the firm. The role is both strategic and tactical, providing high-level support while also engaging deeply in day-to-day case and team operations. This person will work closely with the Managing Partner and COO to help manage and coordinate the legal team—including attorneys, paralegals, case managers, case auditors, and outsourced employees—to ensure accountability, communication, and smooth execution across all matters. The ideal candidate is smart, proactive, and ambitious, with exceptional judgment and interpersonal skills. This role offers a front-row seat to firm leadership, providing unparalleled exposure to what makes a great personal injury attorney and law firm operator. It’s ideal for someone who may aspire to law school or a long-term career in legal management. Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000 yearly Responsibilities: • Serve as the Managing Partner’s operational right hand, ensuring alignment across the firm’s leadership and legal teams., • Attend all meetings with or on behalf of the Managing Partner, take comprehensive notes, follow up on deliverables, and ensure follow-through., • Partner with the Managing Partner and COO to oversee and support the firm’s legal staff—attorneys, paralegals, case managers, case auditors, and outsourced teams—to ensure high performance and accountability., • Assist in prioritizing and coordinating case-related activities and deadlines., • Manage and prioritize the Managing Partner’s calendar, email inbox, travel schedule, and daily workflow., • Support active case management and settlement strategy development, including reviewing case summaries and preparing negotiation materials in partnership with the Managing Partner., • Draft internal communications, client correspondence, and executive summaries on behalf of the Managing Partner., • Serve as a trusted liaison between the Managing Partner and the firm’s leadership (COO, Attorneys, HR, Marketing, etc.)., • Contribute to special projects, business development initiatives, and firm-wide process improvements., • Exercise discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential matters.Qualifications:, • Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal, pre-law, or JD track preferred., • 3–5 years of professional experience in a law firm, consulting, operations, or other high-performance environment., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority., • Proven organizational and project management skills, with a bias toward action and follow-through., • Exposure to or experience with case management, plaintiff settlements, or litigation workflows strongly preferred., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal operations systems (Filevine, Lead Docket, etc.) is a plus., • High emotional intelligence, discretion, and professionalism.About Company At Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C., an esteemed PI law firm, you will be part of a culture that is deeply committed to navigating the complex landscape of immigration law to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients. This role is perfectly suited for individuals who excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. We are excited to review your application. Benefits at Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.: Our firm recognizes the hard work and dedication of our team with a competitive compensation package specifically designed for immigration law professionals: • Competitive salary., • Health insurance.

Job Description DIRECTOR OF FAMILY AND MATRIMONIAL PRACTICE ABOUT US Her Justice is a nonprofit organization that advocates for and with women and gender diverse people living in poverty in New York City. We recruit and mentor volunteer lawyers to provide free legal help in the areas of immigration, family, and matrimonial law to address individual and systemic legal barriers. 100% of our clients are living in poverty in the five boroughs of New York City. In FY2024, 92% of our clients were women of color, 85% were survivors of intimate partner violence, 70% were mothers, and 49% spoke a primary language other than English. Since 1993, we’ve provided life-changing free legal help to over 45,000 women and children and we’ve pursued policies that have bettered the experiences and outcomes for hundreds of thousands more. Her Justice is committed to creating a more fair and functional civil justice system for New Yorkers, so they can build safer, freer futures for themselves, their families, and their communities. The organization’s “pro bono first” model positions Her Justice at the nexus of private and public legal service—leveraging volunteer lawyers and law firms to represent clients who otherwise could not afford counsel, while mentoring and supervising attorneys to deliver trauma-informed, high-quality advocacy. The work is both deeply human and highly strategic, requiring leaders who combine empathy, credibility in the field, and the ability to guide experts across disciplines. The Role: Location: Hybrid - 2 Days in office (W/Th) 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Department: Law & Policy Reports to: Director of Legal Programs POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Family and Matrimonial Practice leads a core area of Her Justice’s legal services, managing a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants focused on representing women and gender diverse people living in poverty in New York City. This role oversees all aspects of family and matrimonial law practice, including case intake, supervision, pro bono case placement, and volunteer attorney training. The Director must be a leader in the field—someone who commands respect through litigation expertise, deep subject-matter knowledge in family and matrimonial law, and a reputation for integrity and empathy. The ideal candidate will be an empathetic and transparent leader who can rebuild and sustain trust within a team that has experienced transition, foster collaboration across practice groups, and model open communication and collegiality. The Director serves as a senior legal resource, mentoring staff and volunteers while ensuring high-quality representation in matters involving custody, child support, orders of protection, and divorce. The position also coordinates legal clinics and continuing legal education (CLE) sessions, strengthening relationships with private law firms and supporting the development of trauma-informed, culturally responsive legal advocacy. The role requires supervising experts—experienced attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds—while ensuring alignment, consistency, and engagement across the practice. The Director will guide attorneys in developing strategy and ensuring client needs and mentoring goals are met simultaneously. Beyond direct legal practice management, the Director plays a key role in shaping strategic initiatives and contributing to Her Justice’s policy and advocacy efforts. Working closely with senior leadership, the Director helps define department goals, launch new programs, and support systemic change aligned with the organization’s mission. The ideal candidate is an experienced family law practitioner and supervisor who brings a deep commitment to social justice, a strong equity lens, and the ability to lead with both strategic vision and day-to-day operational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities: • Work with six-person Senior Legal Team to ensure that the department’s case placement and department goals are met, and work with staff to meet goals and aspirations., • Serve as senior resource and authority to staff on substantive issues in Family and Matrimonial issues., • Directly oversee a team of 8 including Supervising Attorneys, Senior Staff Attorneys, Paralegal, and Legal Assistants in the family and matrimonial law practice area., • Lead the department in developing new initiatives, strategic planning, and participating in policy efforts, etc., • Mentor and support volunteer attorneys representing low-income clients in family/matrimonial matters, including, providing consultation, reviewing documents, brainstorming strategy, and ensuring volunteers are prepared., • Conduct ongoing CLE training programs on family/matrimonial issues., • Manage and coordinate legal clinics with partnering law firms., • Assess Family/Matrimonial cases for placement with pro bono attorneys., • Participate in community outreach, media relations, and other forms of marketing and public education., • Serve on committees and panels relating to policy issues and/or reform efforts integral to Her Justice’s mission., • Play a leading role in shaping emerging areas of work including but not limited to Consumer debt and coerced debt relief, alternatives to litigation such as mediation, and policy and systems work., • Support cross practice systems modernization by helping design, test, and champion the implementation and migration to new Salesforce=based database THE PERSON Skillset And Qualities: • Experienced Program Manager. You have a demonstrated ability to design, implement, and oversee complex legal service delivery programs. You are adept at setting strategic goals, evaluating impact, and adjusting to meet evolving client and organizational needs., • People-Centered and Inclusive Leader. You are a seasoned and empathetic manager who fosters a collaborative team culture, develops talent, and creates a supportive, high-performance environment rooted in equity and trust., • Strategic Thinker with Operational Acumen. You bring both vision and structure to legal practice leadership—balancing day-to-day operations with long-term planning, resource allocation, and cross-departmental coordination., • Skilled Relationship-Builder and Trusted Advisor. You excel at cultivating relationships across diverse stakeholders, including internal teams, pro bono partners, community organizations, and policy networks., • Mission-Driven Advocate. You bring a deep commitment to racial, gender, and economic justice and a clear understanding of how civil legal systems impact marginalized communities. You are committed to trauma-informed and client-centered advocacy, particularly for survivors of intimate partner violence and individuals from marginalized communities., • Management Experience At a High Level: You will supervise attorneys who practice independently, offering guidance on strategy rather than direct casework, and navigating the power dynamics between clients, volunteers, and staff. You are adaptable and innovative, comfortable with a changing landscape driven by shifts in government policy, the pro bono environment, and client needs. A sense of humor, openness, and humility will make you a valued member of a dynamic and nimble team., • Familiarity With The Nexus of Pro Bono, Public, and Private Practice: You appreciate the distinct role of Her Justice as a “matchmaker” between clients and volunteer lawyers, and the mentoring responsibilities that come with that model. QUALIFICATIONS Required • JD degree and bar admission in New York State, • At least 10+ years of experience handling matrimonial and family law cases in New York State., • 5+ years of experience supervising attorneys required., • 3+ years of experience with program management, • Experience representing indigent clients, survivors of domestic violence and clients from diverse backgrounds and communities, • Experience delivering legal services in a nonprofit or social justice setting., • Experience working with and supporting pro bono attorneys or volunteers., • Familiarity with Salesforce or other client relationship management (CRM) systems., • Experience in policy advocacy, training development, or community engagement initiatives., • Knowledge of immigration law or other legal issues relevant to families living in poverty, • For this position, the salary range is $130,000 to $155,000., • Benefits include medical insurance, a 401K plan, a generous paid day off package, and a hybrid work environment. OUR COMMITMENT: HER JUSTICE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HER JUSTICE does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, unemployment status or any other legally protected basis, and to the extent permitted by law. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. IN-OFFICE WORK: Her Justice works on a hybrid schedule with in office days being Wednesday and Thursday. We currently do not accept fully remote applicants. Powered by JazzHR CRURpOnHo6

Job DescriptionAbout NYLAG: Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combatting economic, racial, and social injustice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. Our services include comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships. NYLAG exists because wealth should not determine who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic racism by serving individuals and families whose legal and financial crises are often rooted in racial inequality. NYLAG goes to where the need is, providing services in more than 150 community sites (e.g. courts, hospitals, libraries) and on our Mobile Legal Help Center. During COVID-19, most of our services are virtual to keep our community safe. NYLAG’s staff of over 400 impacted the lives of nearly 129,000 people last year. Job description The Immigrant Protection Unit (IPU) seeks a highly motivated appellate and federal litigation Senior Staff Attorney for a full-time position. In this exciting role, the Staff Attorney will represent immigrants in appellate and federal court proceedings, including habeas petitions, petitions for review, and Board of Immigration Appeals. The attorney will collaborate with internal and external partners on impact litigation and other advocacy to address systemic problems facing immigrants in New York City,to identify cases appropriate for appeal to the federal District and Circuit Courts, and track patterns in policy and practice impacting immigrant justice across New York. Duties and Responsibilities The Staff Attorney’s responsibilities will include: • Representing detained and non-detained immigrants and family units in immigration proceedings, primarily appellate proceedings, habeas proceedings, and related matters, across multiple jurisdictions;, • Collaborating with unit leadership to develop new impact litigation cases, including by conducting legal research, identifying and interviewing clients, liaising with practitioners at partner organizations, and drafting complaints, briefs, letters, and other documents;, • Strategizing and developing appellate litigation at federal district and circuit courts, including presenting oral arguments, engaging in discovery, and drafting and filing motions and briefs;, • Engaging in civil litigation and settlement negotiations;, • Collaborating with internal and external partners working within similar communities;, • Acting as a liaison to partner organizations and other external stakeholders; NYLAG’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NYLAG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, veterans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people, and those with lived experiences in the communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. Employment type: ☒ Full-time Professional Level: ☒ Professional Salary Range: NYLAG is a unionized workplace, and salaries are set pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement. The current salary range for this position is between $97,132 and $104,615. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care. Application Instructions: Please save resume and cover letter on one pdf. Covid Vaccination Policy: Please note, to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and clients, NYLAG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. NYLAG is committed to a hybrid work policy for staff whose work does not require their full-time presence in the office. NYLAG’s current policy is that most staff are required to work in NYLAG’s offices or do other in-person work at least two days each week. This policy is subject to change. Powered by JazzHR Se4P7tN0To

Job DescriptionDates: Immediately– July 31, 2026 About NYLAG: Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combatting economic, racial, and social injustice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. Our services include comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships. NYLAG exists because wealth should not determine who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic racism by serving individuals and families whose legal and financial crises are often rooted in racial inequality. NYLAG goes to where the need is, providing services in more than 150 community sites (e.g. courts, hospitals, libraries) and on our Mobile Legal Help Center. During COVID-19, most of our services were virtual to keep our community safe. NYLAG’s staff of over 400 impacted the lives of nearly 129,000 people last year. Job description The New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) seeks a highly motivated bilingual Spanish-speaking Staff Attorney for a full-time position representing individuals in removal proceedings. The job requires a proactive ability to solve problems under time pressure, the strongest commitment to clients, and a desire to work at the forefront of the effort to protect due process and immigrants’ rights. This attorney in this position will provide legal representation for detained and non-detained immigrants in removal proceedings referred to NYLAG from our partners in upstate New York. The Staff Attorney will represent immigrants through the New York Family Unity Project (NYIFUP). Duties and Responsibilities • Represent immigrants in removal proceedings that began in upstate New York but transferred to the Immigration Courts in New York City in both the detained and non-detained dockets., • Represent immigrants detained and docketed at the Elizabeth Immigration Court who were residents of New York State, excluding New York City, • Screen clients for eligibility for immigration relief, assess criminal convictions and other grounds of inadmissibility and removability, and develop a strategy for representation., • Interview clients in and out of detention, as well as their witnesses., • Prepare and file forms, affidavits, other supporting documents, motions, and legal memoranda for submission to USCIS and the Immigration Court., • Appear in both the detained and non-detained Immigration Courts on a regular basis to provide full representation to immigrants facing removal., • Prepare and file appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and Second Circuit Court of Appeals., • Collaborate with other attorneys in drafting and filing habeas corpus petitions and other federal litigation., • Conduct client consultations of detained and non-detained clients and track client cases, progress of applications, and follow up, and update NYLAG’s case management system., • Represent NYLAG to our funder and collaborative partners including attending conferences, trainings, and sharing materials., • Mentor interns, volunteers, and pro bono attorneys., • Juris Doctorate from an accredited school, • Admission to the New York State bar, • Fluency in Spanish required, • Minimum 2 years experience working in removal defense preferred, • Excellent writing, speaking and organizational skills, • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, community organizations, attorneys, the judiciary and the public, • Ability to work in a collaborative setting with other professionals, • Demonstrated commitment to immigrant rights, criminal justice, and/or social justice issues., • Experience working with survivors of trauma and the intersection of criminal law and immigration law. Employment type: ☒ Temporary Professional Level: ☒ Professional Salary Range: NYLAG is a unionized workplace, and salaries are set pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement. The current salary range for this position is between $88,265-$97,132.[SA1] Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care. Application Instructions: Please save resume and cover letter on one pdf. Covid Vaccination Policy: Please note, to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and clients, NYLAG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. NYLAG is committed to a hybrid work policy for staff whose work does not require their full-time presence in the office. NYLAG’s current policy is that most staff are required to work in NYLAG’s offices or do other in-person work at least two days each week. This policy is subject to change. Powered by JazzHR FgUhXMqt1a

Job Description Position Location: This position will be in ACT’s offices in New York, Pennsylvania, or DC/MD/VA. Reports to: Executive Director FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt Employment Type: Full-time Hours: Monday-Friday, hybrid position, requires a mix of remote work, work on site, and in-person meetings. Salary: The base salary for this position is $120,000; additional compensation is negotiable based on experience. About Us: African Communities Together (ACT) is an organization of African immigrants fighting for civil rights, opportunity, and a better life for our families here in the U.S. and worldwide. ACT empowers African immigrants to integrate socially, get ahead economically, and engage civically. We develop our members as grassroots leaders who take action to make social change. Since its founding, ACT has supported thousands of African immigrants with direct services, trained hundreds of new leaders, and led successful policy campaigns at the federal, state, and local levels that have impacted hundreds of thousands of immigrants. ACT’s African immigrant membership comes from a diverse range of nationalities, cultures, and languages, is religiously diverse, and is predominantly working-class and low-income. We have offices in New York City, Philadelphia, and the Washington, D.C. metro area. Position Description: ACT is seeking applications and nominations for the position of Director of Immigration Legal Services. ACT’s legal department plays a critical role fighting for justice and dignity for low-income African immigrants, a role that is only growing with changes in federal immigration policy. ACT seeks an experienced Director of Immigration Legal Services who will lead ACT’s immigration legal service provision and our team of immigration legal service professionals. This position is hybrid, and will not be approved to operate on a fully remote basis. The Director is expected to spend a minimum of three days per week working in-person from ACT offices, including the office where they are employed; to travel regularly to ACT’s offices in other cities for in-person supervision and meetings; and to participate in person at ACT organizational meetings, retreats, etc. Currently, the role reports directly to the Executive Director. In the near future, the position is expected to report to the National Legal Director. Key Responsibilities include: • Lead and manage the immigration legal services program. Working with the legal team and other ACT senior leadership, the Director will be responsible for developing, implementing, and executing the strategy, plans, and goals of ACT’s immigration legal services program. The Director will be responsible for knowing and managing the program’s government contracts and foundation grants, including their required deliverables, and aligning the program’s activities with ACT’s organizational goals, capacity, structure, policies, and culture., • Supervise and manage immigration attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff. Initially, the Director will supervise immigration legal teams in ACT’s New York office and DC/MD/VA office. As the legal program grows and ACT expands to new geographic areas, it is anticipated that the Director will supervise legal staff in ACT’s Philadelphia/PA office, in new chapter locations, or national staff positions. The Director will primarily supervise full-time employees, but on occasion may be required to supervise contract attorneys. This will include, at a minimum:, • Managing assignment and distribution of workload, maintaining familiarity with individual and team dockets, contract timelines, etc., and adjusting as needed., • Communicating about and advocating for the department’s priorities and needs with the Executive Director and other ACT senior leadership., • Holding regular (weekly or biweekly) one-on-one meetings with legal staff and immigration legal team meetings., • Providing legal supervision and review of legal work performed by legal staff, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with the law and professional ethics., • Ensuring accurate, timely, and thorough electronic notekeeping and digital data collection., • Providing mentorship and professional development to legal staff that enables them to grow as legal professionals., • Addressing issues of communication, support, training, etc. as they impact team performance., • Review and develop legal team work systems, such as intake management, and coordinate information sharing across local offices., • Monitoring and utilization of electronic data systems used to track intakes, casework, and outcomes and maintain digital case records., • Collaborate with other ACT departments and staff to improve efficiency and integration of the legal program. The immigration legal services program both supports the work of ACT and requires support from other teams to be successful. The Director plays an integral role in ensuring that the department is integrated and aligned with the rest of the organization, including working with Chapter Directors to ensure that immigration legal services are integrated with Chapter operations, working with the Deputy ED of Programs to conduct program evaluation and improvement for ACT’s immigration legal service delivery model, and working with the Organizing Team to integrate legal clients into ACT membership and provide legal services to ACT members., • Supervise, review, and perform reporting and proposal development for immigration legal services. Working with the legal team, Chapter Directors, the Contract and Compliance Manager, and the Finance Director, the Director will develop proposals for provision of immigration legal services to government and private funding agencies, track progress toward achievement of goals and deliverables, and prepare and submit timely and accurate reports–whether monthly, quarterly, annual, etc.-- to funding agencies., • Manage and maintain Department of Justice recognition for ACT and accreditation for individual representatives. While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences: • Demonstrated passion and commitment to ACT’s mission and constituency;, • Licensed attorney in good standing and eligible to practice immigration law; court experience preferred but not required;, • At least 6 years of experience with immigration legal practice, preferably with immigrants from African countries;, • Proven people management skills to lead an experienced, diverse, and geographically dispersed team; an inclusive management style that places deep value on diverse perspectives and emphasizes the development and growth of team members and encourages learning and continued improvement;, • A natural orientation towards collaboration and a commitment to personal and professional continuous improvement;, • A leader who is disciplined, focused, and detail-oriented, and who has experience with creating and putting in place systems for organizing and managing legal casework, while also being agile and adaptive;, • Fluency in a widely spoken African language such as Mandingo, Yoruba, Amharic, or Swahili, or in French or Arabic, strongly preferred; and, • The ability to succeed in a startup/growth environment, including accountability to goals, willingness to work across organizational silos and take on multiple roles, and ability to prioritize. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid employee Medical, Dental, Vision, along with partial dependent coverage, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and a Simplified Employee Pension Plan (SEP-IRA). Additional benefits include paid time off, 10 paid holidays, parental leave, professional development opportunities, sabbatical leave, and wellness benefits. Application Process: Applicants are encouraged to submit applications by December 30th, 2025; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If much of this job description describes you, please apply for this role. Equal Opportunity Employer ACT is an affirmative action employer and strongly supports the social goals of affirmative action. We therefore make special efforts to recruit individuals from groups that are historically under-represented in professional environments, or that suffer from broader societal discrimination. Powered by JazzHR z7KtKKB0UF

Job DescriptionSalary: $20-$25 Hourly Who We Are: Our premier criminal defense, immigration, and family law firm is looking to immediately add a Personal Assistant & Driverto support our founder, Robert Tsigler. We are a top-rated and rapidly expanding law firm and are interested in a candidate who is dedicated, reliable, and looking to grow within our organization. Our main office is located near City Hall in downtown Manhattan, NYC, and we have satellite offices in Brooklyn and Nassau County. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to excel in an energetic and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • This is a hybrid position. Depending on the needs of the founding attorney, you may work from your home or various other locations., • Have a valid driver's license as you will drive the Founder as needed, • Be a problem solver, • Efficiently and effectively attend to any assigned tasks, • Organize and prepare documents as needed, • Showcase excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills, • Work independently, prioritizing, and multitasking as necessary This is a part-time position, growing into a full-time position for the right candidate. Typical tasks include but are not limited to: • Driving, • Organizing, • Running errands, • Cleaning, • Managing calendars What We Offer: • Excellent pay, commensurate with experience. The position will start part time approximately 3 days a week and will grow into a full-time position., • Health benefits, • 401K with discretionary matching, • Maternity/ Family leave, • Discretionary performance based year-end bonus, • Collegial and close-knit work environment, • Unlimited potential for growth What We Require: • Up-to-date resume complete with at least one year of personal assistant experience, • Cover letter highlighting your skill set, • Salary requirements, • Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the USA Applications that are not complete will not be reviewed. Please do not call the office to follow up on your application. We will reach out to you if we believe that you are the right fit for the team.

Job Description Organization Overview: BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. BronxWorks Legal Services The BronxWorks model aims to break the cycle of poverty through a holistic approach, helping individuals and families transition from crisis to self-sufficiency. A key component of this continuum of support is BronxWorks Legal Services, which provides free legal assistance to those facing eviction, seeking immigration stability, and survivors of domestic violence and other crimes. Practice Areas: • Immigration Law Unit: Assistance with citizenship applications, family petitions, and green card renewals; DACA applications and renewals; immigration relief, including U Visas, T Visas, and VAWA petitions; legal services provided through the Neighborhood Development Areas (NDA) program. BronxWorks seeks a Program Director to provide direct supervision and support staff attorneys specializing in immigration and domestic violence. Each staff attorney is supported by a team of paralegals, and the Program Director will oversee legal casework, professional development, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate is passionate for social justice, brings extensive experience in immigration practice, and excels at leading and inspiring a team to deliver exceptional legal assistance and client service. Key Responsibilities • Provide direct supervision to staff attorneys across Immigration practice areas, ensuring high-quality client advocacy and legal assistance., • Foster a collaborative team environment that prioritizes holistic client advocacy., • Conduct regular case reviews, provide feedback, and assist attorneys with complex legal strategies., • Ensure assigned programs operate in compliance with applicable contractual, legal, and ethical requirements., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and best practices in domestic violence advocacy, and immigration law., • In collaboration with the vice president of legal services, help to set the strategic direction for BronxWorks Legal Services programs, with a particular focus on a designated portfolio consisting of the immigration and domestic violence legal services programs. Responsible for program development, operation, and quality within the assigned portfolio and as directed by the vice president of legal services with respect to other programs within the department., • Supervise all staff attorneys within the assigned portfolio. Provide appropriate and timely training, coaching, mentoring, regular supervision, evaluation, and feedback., • Implement processes to ensure high standards of legal representation, client advocacy and effective supervision of all aspects of legal assistance. Ensure required program deliverables are timely met., • Develop and maintain practice guidance and templates, staff training, and ongoing professional development., • Develop and implement policies and procedures for best practices and service quality., • Develop metrics, reports, and dashboards to evaluate and communicate program performance against contract deliverables. Timely submit all required grant reporting. Timely address requests and recommendations from the continuous quality improvement specialist for the legal services department., • As needed, represent the legal services department and organization with funding agencies, provider networks and coalitions, and internal leadership groups., • Build relationships with BronxWorks programs, community organizations, advocates, government agencies, elected officials, and provider networks. Attend meetings, participate in networks and coalitions, and build partnerships to promote organizational, department, program, and client interests., • Ensure legal services personnel effectively collaborate with other BronxWorks programs and external resources to comprehensively address client needs., • May engage in direct client casework and legal representation, as may be appropriate and needed due to case complexity, legal importance, staffing vacancies, or other factors., • Oversee creation of program materials, such as reports, proposals, website content, annual impact report, social media, and similar content., • Collaborate with the vice president to co-facilitate department meetings, including setting agendas and leading discussions., • Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing or eligible for admission through reciprocity., • A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible practice experience as an admitted attorney, including at least 2 years of experience supervising attorneys and paralegals., • Experience in immigration practice including citizenship applications, DACA, family petitions, adjustment of status to permanent resident, green card renewals, temporary protected status, petitions to remove conditions on permanent residency, U Visas, VAWA relief, and work authorization and renewal. Comprehensive knowledge of immigration law., • Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working in low-income communities and communities of color to advance equity., • Ability to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds., • Excellent legal research, oral and written advocacy, analytical, and communication skills., • Strong leadership skills and a commitment to supporting, training, and mentoring staff., • Sound judgment, strategic, and driven towards continuous practice improvements and program development., • Proficiency in computer skills for database tracking, report preparation, communication, and administrative tasks., • Strong time-management and organizational skills., • Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting., • Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff, and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 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Job Description Title: Global Mobility Specialist Salary: $80k Location: Remote Position Overview: The Global Mobility Specialist is a pivotal role that provides comprehensive support to our internal clients regarding their Global Immigration and Mobility matters. The specialist will serve as an expert in managing assessments and case initiations and providing support for clients and their employees on immigration, relocation, and global mobility matters. This role requires flexibility to accommodate global clients’ needs and a strong understanding of various relocation, global mobility, and immigration processes. Key Responsibilities: • Client Service: Act as one of the primary contacts for global clients and their employees regarding immigration, global mobility, and relocation inquiries, updates, and concerns, ensuring a superior, high-touch, and responsive immigration experience., • Visa Process Strategy and Delivery: Collaborate with Klasko and in-market lawyers to secure the appropriate visa and legal permanent residency (if applicable) for temporary and permanent international transfers, offering counseling and advocacy for clients in relation to immigration and relocation matters throughout the immigration journey (pre-departure, at entry, and post-arrival)., • Program Management: Administer and manage the processes and programs for global work, collaborating closely with Klasko lawyers and in-market counsel., • Policy Administration: Develop harmonized global mobility, immigration, and relocation policies and packages, and ensure their consistent application across the globe., • Relocation Services Support: Provide recommendations for selection of and guide clients in partnering with international relocation providers to ensure adherence to client’s Global Immigration and Mobility policies, • Compliance Support: Monitor corporate compliance with various countries’ immigration rules while consulting with US operating companies (HR and business partners) regarding the application of expatriate programs, spotting compliance issues for attorney escalation proactively in order to notify client’s HR, Legal, Tax, and Payroll teams for addressing., • Payroll and Tax Coordination: Identify payroll and tax considerations related to transfer allowances, tax policies/guidelines, and international split payrolls, • Finance Collaboration: Work closely with other Global Immigration and Mobility team members to ensure proper cost allocation of invoicing to and from foreign affiliates, including the preparation of cost estimates for different stakeholders depending on the need, • Regular Programs and Special Projects Leadership: Lead various Global Mobility programs and projects related to expatriation or permanent international transfers (e.g., home leave, expatriate salary revision or short-term bonus, tax settlements, etc.), • Other duties as assigned Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field., • Minimum of 3-5 years of global immigration paralegal, US immigration paralegal, and/or HR generalist experience., • Knowledge and/or experience coordinating benefits, tax, payroll, compensation, or immigration matters is preferred., • Prior experience in Global Mobility and/or relocation is highly desirable., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)., • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel for reporting purposes, • Understanding of international taxation and US immigration is preferred, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to prioritize workload and pay attention to detail, • Self-motivated and able to work independently., • Mathematical abilities to perform moderately complex calculations, • Ability to deal effectively with all levels of employees throughout the organization, • Ability to exercise and maintain a high degree of confidentiality AAP/EEO Statement Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Job Description Brooklyn Defender Services (BDS) is seeking Arraignment Court Clerks to join the Criminal Defense Practice in the Queens office. BDS is a public defense office representing low-income New Yorkers in criminal, family, immigration, and civil legal matters. For nearly 30 years, BDS has worked, in and out of court, to protect and uphold the rights of individuals and to change laws and systems that perpetuate injustice and inequality. Our legal expertise work with clients is focused on the intersections of these legal systems that disproportionately impact Black and Brown communities living in poverty. BDS represents thousands of people each year who have diverse, complex, and multi-faceted legal needs. In addition to a zealous legal defense, our interdisciplinary teams of attorneys, social workers and advocates provide a wide range of legal and advocacy services, including for housing, public benefits, education, and employment. BDS staff work collaboratively and across disciplines to deliver high-quality legal services that serve the people we represent, their families and communities. BDS’ Criminal Defense Practice zealously defends people who are accused of a crime in Queens, fighting to protect the individual rights of clients’ and minimize harm from involvement with the criminal legal system. BDS’ staff consists of attorneys, social workers, investigators, paralegals, and administrative professionals who work collaboratively to bring about the best outcome for each client. The Arraignment Court Clerk provides support to attorneys in criminal arraignment court. Arraignment is the first appearance made before a judge after arrest. At that time, a BDS attorney will be assigned to interview and represent the clients. The Arraignment Court Clerk works alongside the attorneys in arraignment court to help with the paperwork and coordination required to expedite the interviews, bail arguments, and release of as many people as possible. Responsibilities • Work with BDS attorneys and the BDS arraignment supervisor to collect paperwork from the court, organize the files, assure cases are being handled and enter cases into the case-management system., • Create paper files for new clients when required., • Look up potential conflicts of interest in the case management system., • Assist attorneys with looking up information in case management system., • Provide carfare to clients who are released., • Enter data into case management system., • Ability to work in a fast-paced in-court environment., • Good at handling multiple tasks, prioritizing appropriately and ensuring all tasks are completed on time., • Accurate and detail oriented., • Familiarity with using email, ideally Microsoft Outlook., • Comfortable and confident in learning case management and document management software. This is a full-time, non-exempt, salaried position. The position is based at the Queens Criminal Court and BDS’ offices in Queens. Since arraignment court operates 7 days per week from 8 am to 1 am the next day, the regular schedule will include some evening and weekend shifts. It also requires flexibility to stay later than the scheduled end of the shift, because sometimes the court extends the hours to arraign more cases. BDS provides carfare home when an evening shift is worked. BDS determines salary on a pay scale based on education and experience. For this position there is a salary range of $59,113-$66,987. BDS offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan. In order to support work/life balance and family-friendly policies, BDS has generous vacation, sick, holiday, family, and medical leave policies. Application Instructions Click “Apply Now” to submit a cover letter and resume on our online application portal. Please submit your application by January 16, 2026. Brooklyn Defender Services is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse work environment and supports a nondiscrimination policy in all employment practices. We are focused on equity and inclusion and thus strongly encourage candidates of all identities, expressions, orientations, disabilities, experiences, and other characteristics that make us different to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or another reason, you may contact the Managing Director of Human Resources, Christina Wallace, at .