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Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$25/hr

... or DOJ Accredited Representative supervision; • Coordinate and manage consultations and legal clinic schedule; • Meet with clients to conduct interviews, gather documents, complete immigration ...

Catholic Charities

IS Admin Assistant

El Centro, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Schedule appointments for DOJ Accredited Representatives, Case Workers and Managing Attorney. * Coordinate the maintenance and inventory of office equipment, including phones, copiers, printers ...

Catholic Charities USA

IS Admin Assistant

El Centro, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Schedule appointments for DOJ Accredited Representatives, Case Workers and Managing Attorney. * Coordinate the maintenance and inventory of office equipment, including phones, copiers, printers ...

YWCA TULSA INC

Legal Assistant

Tulsa, OK

$47K/yr

The YWCA legal team includes attorneys and DOJ Accredited Representatives. The legal assistant will provide support to the legal team including screening callers, assisting in gathering information ...

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What is an internship DOJ Accredited Representative?

Internship DOJ Accredited Representatives are individuals participating in an internship program who have been authorized by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to provide legal immigration services under the supervision of a recognized organization. They are not attorneys but can assist clients with immigration applications, forms, and legal advice within the scope permitted by the DOJ. Their accreditation helps expand legal aid services for immigrants who may not otherwise afford an attorney. These representatives must complete specific training and be approved by the DOJ’s Office of Legal Access Programs (OLAP).

What are common challenges faced by interns working as DOJ Accredited Representatives, and how can they overcome them?

Interns in DOJ Accredited Representative roles often encounter challenges such as navigating complex immigration laws, managing a high caseload, and communicating with clients from diverse backgrounds. To overcome these, it's helpful to seek regular guidance from supervising attorneys or accredited staff, actively participate in training sessions, and build strong organizational skills. Developing empathy and cultural competence also enhances client interactions and overall effectiveness in the role. Collaboration with experienced team members and staying current with policy updates can further support professional growth and confidence.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an internship DOJ Accredited Representative?

To thrive as an Internship DOJ Accredited Representative, you generally need a solid understanding of immigration law, case management skills, and eligibility as outlined by the Department of Justice, often supported by relevant coursework or experience in legal or social services. Familiarity with case management software, legal research databases, and DOJ accreditation processes is typically required. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills for effectively assisting clients from diverse backgrounds. These skills and qualifications are important to ensure accurate legal representation, compliance with regulations, and the provision of compassionate, effective support to immigrants in need.
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Legal Assistant

Haitian Bridge Alliance

San Diego, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Salary: $60,000 - $66,000

About the Organization

Haitian Bridge Alliance, Inc.(HBA) also known as The BRIDGE is a 501(c)(3) grassroots nonprofit community organization that advocates for fair and humane immigration policies and provides migrants and immigrants with humanitarian, legal, and social services, with a particular focus on Black migrants, the Haitian community, women and girls, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and survivors of torture and other human rights abuses. HBA works to elevate the issues unique to Black migrants and build solidarity and collective movement toward policy change.

About the Role

HBA is looking for a legal assistant to work in person at our office in San Diego. The legal assistant will coordinate correspondence with asylum seekers and other immigrants and provide them with preliminary legal services, either in individual or group settings.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Regularly communicate with HBA staff and volunteers, including theattorneys
  • Monitor and provide notice to attorneys of legal correspondence, including court notices, agency communications, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) responses.
  • Maintainaccurateclient files and case records inDocket wiseand other case management systems.
  • Calendar hearings, filing deadlines, appointments, and other important case events.
  • Translate documents and client communications between French/Kreyol/Spanish and English.
  • Process incoming and outgoing legal correspondence, including scanning, mailing, andmaintainingphysical client files.
  • Generate legal team reports and provide administrative support for legal outreach and Know Your Rights presentations.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and other departments to ensure efficient case management and legal operations.
  • Participate in organizing and presenting know-your-rights trainings in the United States and Mexico;
  • Help coordinate projects and events that advocate for fair and humane immigration policies.
  • Under the supervision ofthe HBAattorneys:
  • Prepare, organize, and file legal documents, including motions, applications, evidence packets, and court filings.
  • Submit filings through the EOIR electronic filing system andassistwith USCIS applications and related immigration forms.
  • Conduct country conditions and other legal research in support of immigration cases.
  • Assistin the preparation of case materials, hearing binders, and attorney hearing notes for court proceedings.
  • Communicate with courts, government agencies, clients, and external partnersregardingcase status and scheduling.
  • Assistclients with immigration-related appointments, applications, and annual asylum fee payments.

Qualifications

  • HaitianKreyol,and/or Spanish, and/or Frenchfluency isrequired;
  • Associates or BachelorsDegree or Paralegal certificate is preferred;
  • DOJ Accredited Representative is preferred,but notrequired;
  • 2-yearsofdirect experience providing legal assistant servicesimmigration legal experience is preferred;
  • Working knowledge of immigration law, policies, and procedures;
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including in both legal advocacy and client communications;
  • Able to providetrauma sensitiveinformation/referrals to clients with legal and humanitarian needs to partner service providers;
  • Applicants should be self-directed and self-reliant, highly organized, flexible, and able to juggle multiple projects at once;
  • Able to self-start on projects and to be proactive inanticipatingthe needs of the project;
  • Able to work in a fast-paced and often stressful environment;

This is a full-time, salaried position. Salary range: $60,000 - $66,000.

HBA is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from Black immigrants, Indigenous people, people of color (BIPOC), Latinx people, people with disabilities, LGBTQAI+ people, women, and members of underrepresented communities.