Bilingual Immigration Attorney

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Bilingual Immigration Attorney
Duties: Oversee all grant-based legal services, including legal screenings, direct services, immigration filings/applications; Advocate on behalf of the client by scheduling meetings with Law Enforcement and related Government agencies to facilitate the application process; Schedules meetings with collaborative agencies, coordinates with and speaks to other agencies to educate about domestic violence, focusing on the vulnerability of immigration populations, immigration law, and WEAVE resources; Ensure excellence in direct representation, legal advice and referrals for civil and criminal legal services for sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking victims Ensure that clients receive comprehensive victim advocacy - including danger assessment, safety planning, crisis counseling, court accompaniment, and assistance accessing community resources; Review grant reporting requirements and work with Bilingual Legal Advocate to capture required data, pull reports and manage client caseload efficiently; Develop screening and referral protocols to ensure that 51% of the clients served through the grant are victims of sexual assault for the LAV grant; Provide regular outreach to other community organizations and partners to ensure a steady stream of referrals; Strategize and track legal outcomes in cases for further review with Legal Director and Certified Immigration Law Specialist (LAV only) on a weekly basis; Complete required documentation - including monthly reports, grant reports, and administrative paperwork - thoroughly and in a timely manner. Provide direct legal services to immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking in Sacramento County, including legal representation and consults via phone and in-person appointments; Manage ongoing client caseload; including preparation of applications for immigration benefits and collection of supporting evidence; perform intake interviews, follow up on requests for evidence and required next steps in cases; Screen and counsel immigrant victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking to determine eligibility for services and appropriate remedies; Refer immigrant victims to Bilingual Family Law Attorney for assistance with civil legal issues related to Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Family Law matters and related issues in Landlord/tenant, Employment, and Privacy law matters; Provide direct representation as counsel of record for high-risk victims with complex cases; Ensure empowering, professional relationships with clients to create an atmosphere of empathy, safety, and support; Develop client safety plans and provide appropriate referrals; Provide legal services to clients at WEAVE’s confidential shelter as necessary; Work to eliminate barriers to service, particularly for victims from historically oppressed communities. Administer the CALOES XL & LAV grant’s legal services in compliance with standards for service delivery, documentation, and reporting set by Federal laws, California’s Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault laws, California State Bar rules and regulations, and protocols from the Office on Violence Against Women and the California Office of Emergency Services; Oversee the collection and management of grant-based legal services statistical information related to immigration clients; Ensure the quality of services reflects best practices. Oversee and provide staff training in best practices with regard to the duties of a Bilingual Legal Advocate Complete the required Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention peer counselor training and required ongoing training to maintain status as sexual assault and domestic violence victim counselor; Attend CALOES & OVW sponsored training that supports victim-based interventions and best practices as needed; Ensure the confidentiality of all immigrant sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking victims are protected and consent forms are signed when coordinating services for individuals or families with other entities; Ensure that all client files and documentation are accurate and complete; Advocate for the empowerment and independence of victims according to their wishes to the fullest extent possible; Document work efforts to develop more effective ways to reach and serve minority and underserved populations; Carry out special projects and other duties as assigned.

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