About CIANA

The Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants into the socioeconomic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.

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About the Role

CIANA is looking for a highly personable, detail-oriented, and experienced

immigration attorney to provide immigration legal services in a community-based setting. Applicant must be a self-starter and a team player who is able to work well with a small legal team. This position is in-person at our Astoria, Queens office.

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Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

• Passed the NY Uniform Bar Exam and is fully authorized to practice law in New York State

• 3+ years’ experience practicing immigration law

• Experience in filing various forms of immigration relief, including but not limited to Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, DACA, Family/Fiancé Petitions, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), TPS, VAWA, Asylum, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)

• Strong research skills and ability to analyze complex immigration issues effectively;

• Ability to mentor junior staff and interns

• Strong background and experience with defensive court cases in immigration and family court

 

Duties

• Conduct legal consultations/screenings and determine available relief

• Schedule and confirm new appointments and maintain caseload

• Manage correspondence between CIANA, clients, partner organization, and government institutions

• Document legal cases in CIANA database management system and maintain physical case files

• Attend trainings and meetings with other organizations

• Accompany and represent clients in immigration and/or family court

 

Job Type

Full time (Monday-Friday, 10AM - 6PM)​

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Salary

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience

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Location

In-person at:

​36-12 34th Avenue

Astoria, NY 11106

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We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference through their legal expertise to apply for this exciting opportunity. Retirees are highly welcome.

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Please include your resume, a cover letter, and salary requirements to joe@cianainc.org.

For more information about CIANA, please visit our website at www.cianainc.org, and follow us on social media @cianainc.