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STAFF ATTORNEY LEGAL SERVICE

Regular Full Time Status: Exempt / SALARY **Reports to: Familias Unidas Director

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (**This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

Legal Representation & Client Services

Provide direct legal representation to community members in a

variety of civil legal matters, with a primary focus on:

Immigration law, including removal defense, adjustment of status,

asylum, VAWA, U visas, T visas, and consular processing.

Family law, including protection orders, divorce, guardianship, and

custody matters.

Contract law and landlord/tenant disputes.

Represent clients before local and federal courts, the 9th Circuit

Court of Appeals, USCIS, the U.S. Department of State, and other government agencies.

Provide individual legal consultations, self-help assistance, and

direct representation based on client need and case complexity.

Conduct naturalization preparation classes, legal clinics, and

community workshops in Spanish and English.

Respond promptly to client inquiries and maintain clear

communication throughout the representation.

Manage a caseload of matters in compliance with applicable rules of

professional conduct and program standards

Supervision & Team Development

Supervise, train, and mentor Department of Justice (DOJ) accredited

representative(s) and paralegal staff.

Review and sign off on work product prepared by supervised staff in

accordance with DOJ and bar requirements.

Participate in legal team meetings, case reviews, and staff

training.

Assist in the onboarding and professional development of new legal

staff.

Complete ongoing trauma-informed care training and required

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses.

Outreach, Advocacy & Community Engagement

Conduct presentations, workshops, legal clinics, and individual

consultations in Spanish and English across Idaho.

Travel across the state of Idaho to provide legal services and

outreach in underserved communities.

Represent CC Idaho before legislators, policymakers, and other

stakeholders on matters related to legal services and immigration policy, when requested by the Chief Executive Officer.

Collaborate with community partners, coalitions, and legal aid

organizations across Idaho.

Contribute to CC Idaho blogs, social media, and outreach

publications (FUILS and others) as needed.

Assist in planning and organizing annual community events, including

the Annual Gala.

Program & Administrative Support

Assist in researching, writing, and reporting on grants that support

the Legal Services program.

Maintain accurate and complete records for all cases and grant

management activities in compliance with confidentiality standards and program requirements.

Perform administrative tasks related to grant reporting and program

compliance requirements.

Manage deadlines, calendars, and case-related appointments to ensure

timely filing and court appearances.

Perform all work duties in accordance with CC Idaho policies,

procedures, and safety practices.

Ensure compliance with CC Idaho, local, state, federal, and other

applicable regulations and professional standards.

Required Physical Demands

Is frequently required to stand, walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop,

kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment

Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful;the noise level is moderate to elevated.

BENEFITS

CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement.\"

Health Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Financial Well-Being

Basic Life Insurance with Accidental death & dismemberment

Supplemental Voluntary Life

Long- and Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)

401(k) retirement plan (Must be 21 years of age to participate)

Voluntary Benefit Options

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness

Legal Ease

Norton Life Lock

Verizon Discount Plan

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