Position Details

• Position Title: Bilingual Senior Immigration Attorney 
• Reports To: Director of Legal Programs 
• Hours/Week: 40 hours (Full-Time) 
• FLSA Definition: Exempt 

Position Summary SEPA Mujer is seeking a full-time Bilingual Senior Immigration Attorney with a strong commitment to social justice and experience working with immigrant survivors of gender-based violence. The attorney will be responsible for direct legal services, including representation in matters such as VAWA self-petitions, U visas, T visas, SIJS, naturalization, and TPS applications.+1

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation to immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in immigration cases.
• Manage a caseload of immigration matters.
• Conduct intakes, assess client eligibility, and provide legal consultations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Legal Programs on legal initiatives.
• Assist in developing legal strategies and participate in advocacy efforts for immigrant and women’s rights.
• Supervise and mentor legal interns and pro bono volunteers.
• Maintain accurate client records and case files in compliance with requirements.
• Conduct Know Your Rights presentations, workshops, and trainings.
• Represent SEPA Mujer at community events.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in New York State (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in immigration law, particularly with survivors of gender-based violence.
• Fluency in Spanish (required).
• Strong commitment to social justice and the mission of SEPA Mujer.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
• 15 PTO days, and 11 holidays.
• After six months of employment: Summer schedule and paid holiday vacation from Dec 24th to Jan 1st.

To Apply Submit resume and cover letter to jobs@sepamujer.org with “Immigration Attorney” in the subject line.

SEPA Mujer Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. This job description is subject to modification as duties and responsibilities change.