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Pro Bono Specialist
Location:
Metairie, LA
Description:
Catholic Charities Immigration Services, a nonprofit organization, is seeking an Immigration Pro Bono Specialist. The Pro Bono Specialist will work with the Pro Bono Director, legal assistants, and pro bono volunteer attorneys to expand and oversee pro bono immigration cases, trainings, and recruitment events. The Pro Bono Specialist may also serve as an interpreter in English and Spanish.Responsibilities may include: regularly train and recruit pro bono attorneys and other volunteers; open, maintain, and close pro bono cases; screen potential clients and coordinate with volunteers to place cases; maintain regular correspondence with volunteers and follow up on case progress to ensure deadlines are met; mentor volunteer attorneys in preparing applications for legal relief and interpret for client meetings; develop lasting relationships with law firms, non-profits, law clinics, and immigration working groups; manage and review pro bono caseload, acting when cases need attention; develop training materials and maintain pro bono resource library; participate in the external promotion and development of trainings and volunteer recruitment events; carry out monthly grant reporting; work with other departments within the organization to prioritize client well-being; coordinate with the Pro Bono Director and legal assistant to consider the success and growth of the pro bono program, making adjustments where necessary.The Pro Bono Specialist will participate in relevant trainings and will provide specialized trainings to staff and external parties. Other tasks may include corresponding with clients and government officials by phone, email and in person, assisting with special projects, as necessary.Qualifications for the Position: Prompt and highly responsive communication habits in Spanish and English (written and oral required). Bachelds degree strongly preferred. Experience and expertise in immigration relief, particularly SIJS, adjustment of status, removal proceedings and immigration court protocols. Skilled presenter, with experience training attorneys on substantive legal issues Strong interpersonal and culturally competent communication skills. Respect for others and sensitivity to the needs and legal issues affecting people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to work independently to manage a substantial workload with deadline pressures. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding atl case and client inforrnation. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to learn immigration database/software. Candidates must successfully complete required background checks and clearances.
Company:
Catholic Charities Archdiocese Of New Orleans
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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