Organization: Mil Mujeres Legal Services
Location: Remote
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. EST (40 hours per week)
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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Experienced in managing humanitarian immigration cases, especially U visa and VAWA applications.
• Skilled in assessing legal eligibility and providing client-centered immigration counseling.
• Proficient in maintaining organized case files using case management systems.
• Collaborates with paralegals and legal teams to resolve case-related issues.
• Stays up to date on immigration law and policy changes, with a focus on humanitarian relief.
• Interested in learning and gaining experience in court representation and asylum cases (affirmative and defensive).

Qualifications

Education & Licensing

• Required: Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Preferred: Membership in good standing in the bar of any state.

Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in immigration law, particularly in asylum cases or court cases. 

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Annual Salary: $65,000
  
• Quarterly Performance Bonus: We offer a quarterly bonus based on individual performance. This incentive is designed to recognize consistent results and ongoing contributions throughout the year, providing multiple opportunities to earn more.
  

Benefits

• 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.
  

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 resume. Your application must include:

• Contact email
• Full name
• Current location
• State and year of BAR license

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.
• Preferred candidate location: Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia, Illinois, Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Arizona, North Carolina, or Florida.

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.