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CA High Speed Rail Authority

Attorney III

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$10K - $15K/mo

ATTORNEY III $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 A Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional ...

Area Temps

Domestic Relations Attorney

Rocky River, OH · On-site

$38.50/hr

Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Domestic Relations Attorney position, please submit your ...

Department of Managed Health Care

Attorney

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$7.9K - $12K/mo

The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the ... Attorney Classification: ATTORNEY $7,969.00 - $10,473.00 A $8,969.00 - $12,026.00 B New to State ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for temp lawyer in the United States is $100,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A temp lawyer, also known as a temporary or contract lawyer, is a legal professional hired for a specific period or project rather than as a permanent staff member. Temp lawyers often handle tasks such as document review, research, or assisting during high workload periods. Law firms and legal departments use temp lawyers to manage increased caseloads, cover employee absences, or provide specialized expertise. This role offers flexibility for both employers and lawyers, making it a common option in the legal industry.

What types of assignments are typically given to temp lawyers, and how do these projects contribute to their professional development?

Temp lawyers are often assigned to handle document review, legal research, contract drafting, due diligence, and supporting litigation teams during peak workloads or special projects. These assignments offer exposure to various areas of law and the inner workings of different legal teams, which can broaden a temp lawyer’s expertise and build a diverse skill set. Regular collaboration with senior attorneys and exposure to a range of clients also provide valuable networking opportunities and insights into potential areas for future specialization or permanent roles.

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Search & Comparison IntentTemporary legal staffing, short-term legal workProject-based legal work, specific legal contracts

Temp Lawyers and Contract Lawyers both hold law degrees and bar admissions, working in similar environments like law firms and corporate legal departments. The main difference is that Temp Lawyers typically fill short-term staffing needs through agencies, while Contract Lawyers are hired for specific projects or legal contracts, often directly by firms or companies. Both roles are essential for flexible legal staffing, but their employment arrangements and focus differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Temp Lawyer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 54% Physical, 17% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,626 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Temporary Supervising Attorney, Long Island

Safe Passage Project

New York, NY • On-site

$105K - $120K/yr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Organization Overview
Safe Passage Project (SPP) is a highly-focused nonprofit immigration legal services organization that provides free lawyers to immigrant children facing deportation. Founded in 2013, SPP has grown to include 60+ employees, two offices, and an annual budget of over $10 million. It manages over 1,600 open cases a year.
To date, SPP has supported more than 3,000 young people in NYC and Long Island. The New York Immigration Courts, some of the busiest immigration courts in the U.S., have more than 15,000 juveniles on their dockets, many of whom are fleeing trauma in their countries of origin such as gang violence and recruitment, abuse, and sexual assault. Immigrant children are not afforded free legal representation by the government, regardless of their age. As a result, more than half of immigrant children in immigration proceedings must go to court without the aid of a lawyer. Among unaccompanied children with legal representation, immigration court data shows that 90% are allowed to remain in the United States, whereas only 15% of unrepresented children are allowed to stay. This is where Safe Passage Project steps in, both through providing immigrant youth with direct representation by staff attorneys and through a robust network of pro bono attorneys who SPP attorneys train, mentor, and supervise.
About the Role
Safe Passage Project is looking for a Temporary Supervising Attorney to work with us through January 2027. The Temporary Supervising Attorney will be joining a group of exceptional public interest attorneys to directly impact the lives of immigrant children looking for safety and security. The Supervising Attorney will supervise a team of attorneys and a paralegal in providing legal representation in immigration and other related proceedings, including cases involving asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and other forms of immigration relief. The Supervising Attorney will also directly represent minors in their immigration cases and will mentor pro bono attorneys doing similar work.
This opportunity will be based in our Long Island City office.
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Supervise and manage a team of attorneys and a paralegal representing minors in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), Asylum Office, USCIS, and Family Courts
  • Directly represent minors and mentor pro bono attorneys representing minors in similar proceedings
  • Collaborate with legal management in the analysis and creation of legal strategies
  • Supervise and provide detailed reporting statistics on each case supervised, mentored, and represented directly
  • Prepare trainings and materials to present at Safe Passage Project trainings.

Qualifications:
The strongest candidates for this position will have most, though likely not all, of the following qualifications and characteristics:
  • J.D. degree and admission to a state bar (required); admission to the New York State Bar (preferred)
  • Four (4) or more years of immigration law experience
  • Experience managing volunteer engagement; working with law firm volunteers is a plus
  • Strong database and computer skills (experience with Salesforce preferred)
  • Demonstrated experience maintaining multifaceted relationships with various stakeholders
  • Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional organizational, time management, and record-keeping skills
  • A high level of discretion in handling confidential information
  • Proven adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with proactive problem-solving skills
  • A spirit for collaboration and an understanding of how to work with vulnerable populations using trauma-centered practices or willingness to learn and incorporate such practices in your work.
  • A demonstrated ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures, as well as sensitivity to and knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, and socioeconomic status
  • A commitment to the work of Safe Passage Project and a readiness to grow and learn with the Safe Passage Project team

Compensation and Benefits:
Safe Passage Project offers a competitive salary in the range of $105,000 - $120,000 annually, along with a comprehensive and mission-aligned benefits package that includes:
  • Work Environment and Flexibility
    • Hybrid work environment: Staff currently work from the office one day per week
    • Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance
    • Open Paid Time Off
    • Additional Work From Home time: up to 4 weeks annually
    • Office closure: December 24 through January 1 (in addition to Paid Holidays)
    • Home office stipend
    • Technology and equipment support for remote and hybrid work
  • Health and Wellness
    • Medical plans, including an option with 100 percent employer-covered premiums
    • Dental and vision plans and access to telehealth services
    • Mental health and wellness resources through our health plans
    • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
    • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
    • Commuter benefits for transit and parking
    • Health Advocate services to support employees and covered family members in navigating care and insurance
  • Financial and Retirement
    • Retirement savings plan: up to a 6 percent employer match on 401(k) contributions
    • Pre-tax benefit options, including commuter and health accounts
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Safe Passage Project is a qualified employer under the federal PSLF program. Staff with eligible federal loans may qualify for loan forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments, and we can provide employment verification and required documentation to support the process
  • Leave and Time Off
    • 12 weeks of Paid Family Leave for eligible employees
    • Additional unpaid leave options in alignment with organizational policies
    • Paid holidays throughout the year
    • Bereavement leave
  • Professional Growth
    • Annual professional development stipend
    • Access to trainings, conferences, and skill-building opportunities
    • Access to Practising Law Institute (PLI) resources and training for ongoing legal education and professional development

The team works on a beautiful campus at a terrific office location in Tribeca, and in our Long Island office in Nassau County, NY (near LIRR).
Work Authorization
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits.
Safe Passage Project is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, people of color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For more information on Safe Passage Project, please visit www.safepassageproject.org.

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