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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, Temporary with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position based on performance and organizational needs.

Expected Start Date: August 2026

Annual Salary: $70,000

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 throughout the immigration process.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Immigration Staff Attorney to provide coverage during a maternity leave beginning in August 2026. This is a full-time remote position with the possibility of becoming a permanent role based on performance and organizational needs.

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.
Prepare and review immigration applications and supporting documentation.
Maintain organized and accurate case files using case management software.
Collaborate closely with paralegals and support staff to ensure timely case progression.
Stay current on immigration laws, regulations, and policies related to humanitarian relief.

Qualifications and Experience

Required:

Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Minimum one (1) year of experience in immigration law.
Experience handling humanitarian immigration cases, including U Visa and VAWA matters.
Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

Fluency in Spanish.
Experience with asylum cases, including affirmative and defensive asylum matters.
Membership in good standing with a state bar.

Why Join Us?

At Mil Mujeres, you will be part of a mission-driven team committed to empowering vulnerable communities through high-quality legal representation and advocacy.

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
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.
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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off
Parental leave

Application Question(s):

Do you have a valid BAR?
Do you have experience preparing and filing applications with USCIS and/or immigration courts?

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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