Immigration Advocate

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Immigration Advocate
Duties: Under the supervision of the Senior and Staff Attorneys, assists clients with education, information, referrals and problem resolution, as well as conducts education and outreach to the community and other service providers. Conducts initial and follow-up interviews of applicants and clients in the office, on the phone and at outreach locations out of the office. Respond to calls from clients in a timely manner; assesses clients’ needs, schedules appointments, handles a large case load. Prepares forms and legal documents for the attorneys’ review. Does basic and routine factual investigation and legal research, gathers documentation. Prepares memorandums and letters. Helps prepare clients for USCIS interviews and immigration hearings. Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of government and social service agencies. Assists with community outreach and education events. Upon request of the attorney, perform additional duties consistent with abilities and need for services. Compliance with all program and grant requirements. Accurately enters required information on each case into the computerized case management database and maintains the confidentiality (integrity) of all information. Participates in scheduled team meetings, training sessions and other functions as appropriate. Maintains or increases substantive knowledge of immigration laws, policies, and procedures. Upon request by senior attorney or management, performs additional duties consistent with abilities.

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