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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for refugee law in the United States is $55,419.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is refugee law?

Refugee law is a specialized area of law that deals with the rights and protections of individuals who have fled their home countries due to persecution, conflict, or violence. It is governed by international treaties, such as the 1951 Refugee Convention, as well as national laws that determine who qualifies as a refugee and what legal protections they are entitled to. Lawyers in this field help clients seek asylum, navigate the legal system, and ensure their rights are upheld throughout the process.

What is the difference between Refugee Law vs Immigration Lawyer?

AspectRefugee LawImmigration Lawyer
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, specialization in refugee and asylum lawLaw degree, bar admission, specialization in immigration law
Work EnvironmentLegal clinics, NGOs, government agencies, international organizationsPrivate firms, government agencies, immigration courts
Industry UsageFocuses on asylum, refugee status, and international protectionsHandles visas, green cards, citizenship, and broader immigration issues

Refugee Law and Immigration Lawyer roles both require legal credentials and involve working within the legal system. However, Refugee Law specializes in asylum and refugee protections, often in international or nonprofit settings, while Immigration Lawyers handle a wider range of immigration matters including visas and citizenship in various environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a refugee law attorney?

To excel as a Refugee Law Attorney, you need a solid grounding in immigration and human rights law, typically supported by a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management systems, and knowledge of asylum application processes is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and resilience are crucial for building trust with vulnerable clients and advocating on their behalf. These competencies are vital to effectively navigate complex legal systems, secure protections for refugees, and ensure their rights are upheld.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in refugee law, and how can they be navigated?

Professionals in refugee law often encounter complex and emotionally charged cases, navigating intricate legal frameworks and ever-changing policies. Managing high caseloads while remaining sensitive to clients’ traumatic experiences can be challenging. Building strong cross-cultural communication skills and staying updated on international and national legal developments are essential. Support from experienced colleagues, ongoing training, and access to mental health resources can help practitioners manage these challenges and continue providing effective advocacy.
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Infographic showing various Refugee Law job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,419 per year, or $26.6 per hour.

Staff Attorney

Journey's End Refugee Services-PEO

Rochester, NY • On-site

$75K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Supervising Attorney, the Staff Attorney will assist in the development of the Immigration and Legal Services Program that offers full-scale holistic immigration representation to low-income refugees, asylees and other vulnerable immigrant populations. They will provide outreach, direct immigration legal services, pro se assistance, community information sessions, Know Your Rights presentations, and referrals to the refugee and immigrant populations of Western New York. This position will primarily operate out of Rochester, NY.

The Staff Attorney must exemplify Journey’s End’s core values in their work. These values include intercultural responsiveness, integrity, person-centered, empowerment, and exemplary service.

*Moving stipend negotiable

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide direct affirmative and defensive immigration legal representation to the immigrant populations of Western New York, including but not limited to asylum, removal defense, adjustment of status, complex naturalization, family reunification, family-based immigration, Temporary Protected Status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), employment authorization (work permits), humanitarian parole, and appeals.
  • Provide Know Your Rights trainings and other workshops throughout Western New York on relevant immigration topics determined by the immigrant community.
  • Develop, sustain, and grow meaningful partnerships with local community groups to organize, host, and conduct outreach for Know Your Rights trainings and other workshops.
  • Provide referrals to appropriate internal agency programs or partner agencies to meet law related and other needs of refugee and immigrant clients.
  • Conduct widespread community outreach, coordinate with partner agencies, and participate in all mandatory trainings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

  • Be admitted and remain in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state in the country or U.S. territory
  • Be able and willing to travel to all counties throughout Western New York
  • Possess ability to be part of a dynamic team of talented and dedicated individuals
  • Possess strong written, oral communication, and advocacy skills

Journey's End Refugee Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ the best qualified personnel without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, gender, gender identity, marital status, or any other reason prohibited by law.