UNITED SIKHS is seeking a Junior Staff Attorney to join its legal team and support litigation and immigration advocacy serving vulnerable and underserved communities.

The Junior Staff Attorney will handle substantive legal work, including motions practice, case development, and trial preparation, while working under the supervision of the Chief Legal Officer on litigation strategy and client representation. This role is ideal for an attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience, particularly in civil motions practice and immigration law, who is seeking meaningful responsibility in a mission-driven legal environment.

This is a part-time remote position with the opportunity to grow into a full-time role as the legal program expands. Some travel may be required.

Impact of the Role

The Junior Staff Attorney will support legal efforts that protect the rights of immigrant and underserved communities. Through litigation support, immigration advocacy, and community-based legal services, this position contributes directly to advancing civil rights and expanding access to justice for individuals and families facing legal barriers.

Location

Remote (California, U.S.-based)

California Bar admission required

Expected Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week, with flexibility depending on case needs and litigation deadlines.

Key ResponsibilitiesLitigation & Legal Advocacy

Draft and argue civil motions, pleadings, and briefs in litigation matters
Conduct trials and engage in trial preparation, litigation strategy, and case development
Provide legal representation and support in civil rights litigation and immigration matters, including humanitarian and removal defense-related cases where applicable
Conduct advanced legal research and prepare memoranda and litigation documents
Manage case files and maintain strong litigation workflow and documentation
May have to do advocacy and civil rights work.

Client Representation & Community Legal Services

Provide client-centered legal services to immigrant and underserved communities
Conduct client consultations, intake, and case assessments
Support community legal clinics and legal education initiatives
Deliver services using trauma-informed and culturally competent approaches

Collaboration & Program Support

Work closely with internal teams across legal, advocacy, and humanitarian programs
Coordinate with pro bono attorneys and external counsel
Contribute to strengthening legal program capacity as the organization expands
Participate in meetings, trainings, or community engagements as needed, including occasional travel

Required Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active California Bar admission
3–5 years of post-bar litigation experience, including drafting and arguing civil motions, managing case filings, and supporting trial preparation
Experience handling immigration law matters
Experience in private practice, large law firm, nonprofit, or public interest legal settings
Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills
Ability to manage cases independently in a remote work environment
Commitment to advancing civil rights and access to justice

Applicants with less than three years of post-bar litigation experience will be considered if they can demonstrate strong litigation skills, high level focus and attention to detail and exceptional legal research and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Punjabi language proficiency strongly desired
Experience serving immigrant, refugee, or minority communities
Experience working with nonprofit or public interest legal organizations

Compensation

Salary: $35,000 – $40,000 annually (Part-Time, commensurate with experience)

This position offers the opportunity to advance into a full-time role as legal programming grows.

What We Offer

Meaningful legal work supporting civil rights and immigrant communities
Hands-on litigation and immigration advocacy experience
Opportunity to work closely with senior legal leadership
Flexible remote work environment
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Collaboration with a mission-driven global human rights organization

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should submit:

Resume
Cover letter describing relevant litigation and immigration experience

Applications should be sent to:

resume@unitedsikhs.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Vision insurance

Experience:

Executive Level Fund Raising: 6 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

50% (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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