Temporary Immigration Attorney Position

The New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) seeks a highly motivated attorney for a full‑time or part-time temporary position within NYLAG Immigrant Protection Unit.

NYLAG is a not‑for‑profit law office that provides free civil legal services to low‑income New Yorkers. NYLAG was recently appointed a Receiver in the matter of The People of the State of New York v. International Immigrants Foundation, et al, by the order of Barbara Kapnick, JSC. Pursuant to the Court Order, NYLAG, inter alia, is ordered to conduct review of the case files of clients previously represented by the International Immigrants Foundation (IIF). The attorney will provide assistance in reviewing files of former IIF clients.

Responsibilities include: detailed review of case files, input of relevant information into the data base, contact and consultations with clients, collecting data and reporting back to the Court.

Qualifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar;
• At least 1 year of immigration law experience;
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest work;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Basic computer skills;
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently;
• Fluency in Spanish.

To be considered for this position, send a cover letter and a resume to Helen Drook, Esq. at hdrook@nylag.org or by mail to New York Legal Assistance Group, 7 Hanover Square, 18^th Floor, New York, NY 10004.

The New York Legal Assistance Group is an equal opportunity employer.