• Organization: Mil Mujeres Legal Services
• Location: Remote
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PST (40 hours per week). Candidates available to work within Pacific Time Zone hours are preferred.
• Employment Type: Full-time

About Mil Mujeres Legal Services

Mil Mujeres Legal Services is a multistate nonprofit organization dedicated to providing immigration legal services to low-income survivors of violent crimes and their families. Our primary focus is assisting survivors of gender-based violence, ensuring they receive legal representation and support to navigate the immigration system effectively.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation in humanitarian immigration cases, including U visa, VAWA, and asylum applications.
• Conduct legal screenings and assess eligibility for immigration relief.
• Maintain organized, up-to-date case files using case management software.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure effective case resolution.
• Stay current on immigration laws, regulations, and policies, particularly those related to humanitarian relief.

Qualifications and Experience

Required:

• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 1 year of experience in immigration law, with exposure to U visa, VAWA.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Experience in asylum cases, including court representation (affirmative and defensive asylum).
• Membership in good standing in the bar of any state.

Why Join Us?

At Mil Mujeres, you will be part of a mission-driven team working to empower vulnerable communities. This position offers the opportunity to use your legal expertise to create a lasting impact while gaining experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Annual Salary: $70,000

Benefits

• Bar dues reimbursement and Paid CLEs
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation, personal days, sick leave, and most holidays
• A paid day off for your birthday
• Five paid “belonging” days off annually to foster work-life balance and personal wellbeing
• Additional seniority-based paid leave to recognize your continued dedication.
• Access to therapy services and language lessons
• Professional development opportunities, including leadership coaching and training in immigration law.
• Minimal to moderate client contact supported by trained paralegals;

Family & Wellbeing

• Family Reconciliation Policy: We support work-life balance through flexible arrangements and policies that acknowledge family responsibilities.
• Mil Mujeres Family Day: Every November, we celebrate our team and their families with a paid day dedicated to connection and community.

How to Apply

Submit your application to hr@milmujeres. The application must include:

• Contact email
• Full name
• Current location
• State and year of BAR license
• Use “Immigration Staff Attorney” as the subject.

Next Steps

• Your application will be reviewed for qualifications.
• Qualified candidates will be invited for an online interview conducted in both English and Spanish.

Additional Information

• Probationary Period: A one-month trial period is required.
• Work Location: 100% Remote.
• Candidates available to work within Pacific Time Zone hours are preferred.
  
  Make a Difference with Mil Mujeres

Join our team and help provide life-changing legal assistance to immigrant survivors of violent crimes. At Mil Mujeres, your legal expertise and advocacy will contribute to meaningful justice and empowerment for vulnerable communities.