Attorney is responsible for using specialized knowledge of national, state, and/or local laws to advise and represent clients and organizations in criminal or civil proceedings and other legal matters. Provides legal advice and counsel in support of business activities and transactions. Being an Attorney researches and interprets existing laws and regulations and anticipated changes to laws to guide informed decisions and reduce risk. Prepares and reviews various agreements, contracts, and other legal documents. Additionally, Attorney represents the organization in litigation, negotiations, and other matters where legal counsel is required. May have a billable hours requirement. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to a manager. The Attorney work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be an Attorney typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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INTRODUCTION:
We are seeking an immigration attorney to assist clients in various aspects of access to immigration, and other social determinants of health. This position will work under the direction of the Legal Director of the Watsonville Law Center, and will direct client services for primarily low-income and Spanish-speaking households including screening for eligibility, ensuring access to public benefits and addressing application and denial issues. The Staff Attorney will work with an interdisciplinary care team of legal, medical, and social service providers ensuring access to legal services. The practice area is immigration but other areas of law will be included to address the social determinants of health with proper training. This position will require community engagement, such as developing and providing workshops for clients; providing trainings for staff and other service providers; and communicating with regional stakeholders.
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Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
SALARY & BENEFITS
Competitive salary from $75,000 to $83,000 and benefit package, Medical, Dental, Vision 4O1K, Life insurance, Voluntary Long Term Disability, PTO, Holiday Pay and Continuing Education allowance
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit a current resume and cover letter
**SALUD PARA LA GENTE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. EMLPOYEES SHALL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST BECAUSE OF RACE, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ETHNICITY, AGE, DISABILITY, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, COLOR, MARITAL STATUS, MEDICAL CONDITION OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY LAW.**
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