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Immigrant Defenders Law Center

<div>Immigrant Defenders Law Center (&ldquo;ImmDef&rdquo;) is a next-generation, social justice law firm that provides high-quality representation and legal services to immigrants in Southern California and beyond. ImmDef was founded with the belief that no immigrant should be forced to face an unjust immigration system alone and our universal representation programs are a first step towards that goal. Learn more about us at www.immdef.org. 


ImmDef is currently seeking a full-time legal assistant to join our team of fearless advocates providing creative and zealous representation to our clients. Legal Assistants will be joining the largest non-profit, universal representation model deportation defense team in the state of California. 


Our staff work collaboratively within our team of managing and directing attorneys, staff attorneys, paralegals, administrative support staff and case managers to provide client-centered, holistic representation. 


Essential Functions:
<ul><li>
Collaborating with other staff, teams, departments, ImmDef attorneys, and external partner organizations to provide legal and logistical, and in-office support;</li><li>
Review and file legal documents in immigration and state courts, and with USCIS;</li><li>
Answering phone calls from ImmDef clients and community members;</li><li>
Planning and scheduling meetings for clients and legal staff;</li><li>
Assisting with new client representation initiation and intake;</li><li>
Collecting client information to update case management databases and draft legal forms;</li><li>
Assisting clients with gathering documents to support applications for immigration benefits;</li><li>
Frequent maintenance of external and internal databases;</li><li>
Maintaining updated paper and electronic client files according to ImmDef protocols;</li><li>
Cataloguing and maintaining ImmDef&rsquo;s filing system;</li><li>
Archiving client files according to ImmDef protocols;</li><li>
Sending, receiving, processing, and filing correspondence;</li><li>
Perform other clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, maintaining spreadsheets, updating case data, etc.;</li><li>
Acting as backup Receptionist: Fielding telephone calls from ImmDef clients, partner organizations, and other members of the community; Maintaining and monitoring client waiting areas as needed; Greeting and direct visitors, making them feel welcomed and respected at all times;</li><li>
Provide Spanish to English and English to Spanish interpretation, translation of documents and communication assistance for clients as needed;</li><li>
Other duties as assigned by the Administrative Coordinator and ImmDef leadership.</li></ul> 
Desired Qualifications:
<ul><li>
High School Degree or GED is required, Bachelor&rsquo;s degree is preferred;</li><li>
Experience working at a nonprofit or a public interest law firm is helpful;</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work within a high-volume, busy law office is a plus;</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish;</li><li>
Passion and enthusiasm for providing high quality client services;</li><li>
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;</li><li>
Ability to take initiative and problem-solving skills;</li><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point;</li><li>
Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute;</li><li>
Enthusiasm for working at a mission driven organization and passion for social justice for immigrants required;</li><li>
DACA Recipients strongly encouraged to apply!</li></ul> 


Level of Language Proficiency
<ul><li>
Spanish fluency is required and will be tested at time of interview.</li></ul> 


Must submit Cover Letter to be considered. ImmDef is currently recruiting paralegals to work within several programs. If you have a preference as to which program you would like to be considered for, please indicate this in your cover letter. You can learn more about our programs at www.immdef.org.
This position is part of the ImmDef employee union bargaining unit. 


Schedule:
<ul><li>
ImmDef&rsquo;s standard work schedule is 35 hours per week, or 70 hours per pay period.</li><li>
Legal Assistants are generally required to work on-site Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, but may be approved for a flexible schedule after completing new-hire probation.</li><li>
Flexible scheduling options include compressed schedules that allow staff in this position to take up to one day off per week without needing to use paid time off.</li></ul> 


Holidays and Paid Time Off :
<ul><li>
13 paid holidays</li><li>
1-Week paid winter break between Christmas and New Years</li><li>
15 vacation days per year</li><li>
15 Sick Days per year</li></ul> 


Health, Dental and Vision Insurance:
<ul><li>
ImmDef provides health coverage on the first of the month following 30 days on the job.</li><li>
We cover 100% of premiums for our base dental and vision plans for our staff members and 75% of base plan dental and vision premiums for their dependents. ImmDef also covers 89% of the base plan medical premiums for our staff and 69% of the base plan medical premiums for their dependents.</li></ul> 


FSA and Dependent Care FSA:
<ul><li>
ImmDef offers FSA plans to help offset the costs of eligible health care expenses for you, your spouse, and your eligible dependents using pre-tax dollars</li><li>
We also offer Dependent Care FSA to pay for eligible dependent care services, such as preschool, summer day camp, before or after school programs, and child or adult daycare.</li><li>
Eligible for Parental Leave which includes six (6) weeks of ImmDef paid leave.</li></ul> 


401(k) Retirement Savings Plan &amp; Employer Matching:
<ul><li>
ImmDef staff are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plans immediately upon hire, contributing pre-tax dollars towards their retirement goals</li><li>
After six months on staff, ImmDef will match 100% of contributions up to 3% of the employee&rsquo;s salary</li><li>
Funds are vested immediately!</li></ul> 


Public Service Loan Forgiveness:
<ul><li>
As a 501(c)3, full-time ImmDef staff with qualifying student loans are eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness</li></ul> 


Parking and Public Transportation Stipends:
<ul><li>
Staff members assigned to an office without free on-site parking are eligible to receive a parking stipend of up to $105 per month in actual accrued parking or transportation costs.</li><li>
Staff in all offices are eligible to receive a public transportation stipend of up to $100 per month in actual accrued public transportation costs.</li></ul> 


Join Team ImmDef!

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for a position fighting for our immigrant communities!</div>

Legal Assistant (Immigration Law Office)

Law Offices of Jacob Emrani

Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and versatile Contract Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various areas of law, including but not limited to estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, and family law. This position requires excellent negotiation skills, legal research capabilities, and the ability to draft legal documents effectively. The Contract Attorney will work on a project basis, providing legal support and expertise to our clients while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide legal advice and guidance in areas such as estate planning, environmental law, landlord-tenant law, family law, securities law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, and tribal law &amp; regulations.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case preparation and strategy.</li><li>Draft legal documents including contracts, pleadings, motions, and other necessary paperwork.</li><li>Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients while advocating for their best interests.</li><li>Represent clients in litigation matters when necessary.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all legal proceedings and client communications within the law office.</li><li>Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to ensure comprehensive legal support for clients.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.</li><li>Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.</li><li>Proven experience in one or more of the following areas: Contract law, fee, disputes, arbitration, proceedings, estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, landlord-tenant law, family law, securities law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, or tribal regulations.</li><li>Strong writing skills with a focus on legal drafting and documentation.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to conduct effective legal research and analysis.</li><li>Prior experience in a legal administrative role is preferred but not required. We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about providing exceptional legal services to apply for this opportunity.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $93,454.00 - $112,546.75 per yearExperience:<ul><li>Litigation: 2 years (Preferred)</li><li>Personal injury law: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>arbitration: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Los Angeles, CA 90015 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Los Angeles, CA 90015: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Contract Attorney must be litigator

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

<div>We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Post-Conviction Relief Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law and further their career with an established firm in Los Angeles. As the Post-Conviction Relief Attorney, you will report to the Supervising Attorney. We're looking to add an attorney with previous litigation and/or appellate experience to join our team and handle post-conviction relief. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Post-Conviction Relief Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case</li>
<li>Responsible for post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, early termination of probation, etc.</li>
<li>Experience with immigration law is highly desirable, but not required, as this position would have interactions with both criminal and immigration practices</li>
<li>Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies</li>
<li>Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm</li>
<li>Manage court appearances, drafting motions, interviewing clients, and performing legal research</li>
<li>Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents</li>
<li>Manage the workload of cases</li>
<li>Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Criminal Defense Experience or Immigration Law Experience.</li>
<li>Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level</li>
<li>A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates</li>
<li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber</li>
</ul>
Pay Range: $80,000&ndash;$120,000 per year, based on experience.

Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Post-Conviction Relief Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.</div>

Entry level Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

<div>We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Post-Conviction Relief Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law and further their career with an established firm in Los Angeles. As the Post-Conviction Relief Attorney, you will report to the Supervising Attorney. We're looking to add an attorney with previous litigation and/or appellate experience to join our team and handle post-conviction relief. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Post-Conviction Relief Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case</li>
<li>Responsible for post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, early termination of probation, etc.</li>
<li>Experience with immigration law is highly desirable, but not required, as this position would have interactions with both criminal and immigration practices</li>
<li>Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies</li>
<li>Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm</li>
<li>Manage court appearances, drafting motions, interviewing clients, and performing legal research</li>
<li>Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents</li>
<li>Manage the workload of cases</li>
<li>Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Criminal Defense Experience or Immigration Law Experience</li>
<li>Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level</li>
<li>A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates</li>
<li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber</li>
</ul>
Pay Range: $85,000&ndash;$120,000 per year, based on experience.

Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Post-Conviction Relief Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.</div>

Entry Level Immigration/Criminal Defense Attorney

FlowMotion Management Corp.

Job Overview As a Legal Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert legal counsel and guidance across various practice areas. Your insights will help shape strategic decisions and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. You will engage in estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, and more, while collaborating with diverse teams to support our mission. If you&rsquo;re passionate about the law and eager to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you!What you&rsquo;ll do<ul><li>Provide legal advice on estate planning, family law, landlord-tenant law, and workers' compensation law to clients and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research using tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case management and litigation efforts.</li><li>Draft, review, and proofread legal documents including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Manage legal cases with attention to detail using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw.</li><li>Collaborate with project management teams on environmental law matters and patent law issues to drive successful outcomes.</li><li>Interview clients and witnesses to gather essential information for case preparation.</li><li>Maintain organized records through effective filing systems while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.</li><li>Provide executive administrative support by managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>A degree in Law or a related field is essential; paralegal experience is a plus.</li><li>Proven experience in various areas of law including securities law, personal injury law, tribal law &amp; regulations, and UCC law is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong writing skills with demonstrated experience in legal drafting and transcription.</li><li>Familiarity with litigation processes and legal case management practices is important for success in this role.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills coupled with clerical experience to manage multiple tasks efficiently.</li><li>Proficiency in data entry and document review processes to maintain accurate records.</li><li>Exceptional phone etiquette and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues. Join us as we navigate the complexities of the legal landscape together! Your expertise will not only enhance our operations but also empower those we serve. We look forward to welcoming you into our dynamic team!</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, ContractPay: $54,680.74 - $65,852.08 per yearWork Location: On the road

Legal Advisor

Bet Tzedek Legal Services

<div>For nearly 50 years, Bet Tzedek Legal Services has provided high-quality, free legal services to Los Angeles&rsquo; most vulnerable residents. In that tradition, Bet Tzedek is seeking an attorney to help staff an exciting partnership to provide comprehensive, trauma informed, wrap-around legal services designed to remove barriers faced by community members experiencing homelessness or who are at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles County. 
The Preventing and Ending Homelessness Project (PEHP) Staff Attorney II will provide legal representation, advice, and education in the areas of eviction prevention and defense, housing, expungement, public benefits, and other civil legal matters. The attorney will also partner with homelessness service providers in the region to deliver outreach and coordinated services to eligible clients. The essential duties and responsibilities undertaken by this Attorney II should be done with limited direction, input, or correction from, a manager commensurate with a mid-level attorney. In addition, it is expected that the scope, complexity, and sophistication of work will be commensurate with that of a mid-level attorney. 
This position follows Bet Tzedek Legal Services hybrid/remote workplace type. At the discretion of the immediate supervisor, the employee may be required to work in the office or some other location to meet workload/business obligations. This requirement may be on a temporary or ongoing basis. 
Requirements: 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES<ul><li>Represent clients on a wide variety of legal issues that may include eviction defense, housing, expungement, public benefits, and other issues that affect access to safe, affordable housing</li><li>As part of the advocacy efforts undertaken in relation to client representation, engage in the following activities: intake and assessment of need for potential clients referred through partnerships; providing advice and counsel; providing informal advocacy; drafting court forms, pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence; representing clients in Los Angeles Superior Court matters; representing clients in administrative proceedings and other forums; and represent clients in settlement negotiations.</li><li>Manage a workload the includes eviction defense and non-litigation cases, participation at in-person legal clinics, know your rights presentations, and outreach events, and maintaining partnerships with various homeless service providers, unhoused individuals, and individuals at imminent risk of homelessness (local travel required);
</li><li>Proficiently and effectively interface and collaborate with case managers, social workers, outreach workers, community service providers, government agencies, legal services providers, and other external partners and stakeholders in furthering the mission of preventing and ending homelessness;</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Active member of California State Bar in good standing, or licensed in another state and eligible to practice under CRC Rule 9.45 (required);</li><li>Minimum three (3) years of experience practicing law (required);</li><li>Minimum two (2) years of non-profit legal services experience (preferred);</li><li>Clearly demonstrated proficiency and experience in landlord-tenant law, eviction defense, or similar practice areas related to housing or homelessness (required);</li><li>Clearly demonstrated proficiency and experience in civil litigation, expungement, public benefits law, employment law, consumer law, immigration law, or administrative law (required);</li><li>Clearly demonstrated proficiency with regard to time management, problem solving, and case management skills (required);</li><li>Excellent people skills, and ability to interact calmly and patiently with individuals in distress (required);</li><li>Willingness to serve as a resource to colleagues (required)</li><li>Willingness to train and work with volunteer attorneys and students (required);</li><li>Ease with oral and written communication in both English and Spanish (preferred);
</li><li>Ability to travel independently throughout Los Angeles County for required client work and outreach and education events (required), valid California driver&rsquo;s license (preferred);</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Bet Tzedek&rsquo;s mission of equal justice for all and Bet Tzedek&rsquo;s core values of leadership, community-based advocacy, and innovation; and</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to applying principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in performance of job duties.</li></ul> 
Salary: 
 
$89,142.98-$94,878.60 (DOE/DOQ) 
Benefits: 
 
BENEFITS PACKAGE
Bet Tzedek offers an excellent benefits package in addition to competitive salaries. These benefits currently include: 
 
<ul><li>A generous number of paid holidays, vacation, and sick days annually.
</li><li>Personal and floating holidays
</li><li>Compensatory time for exempt employees.
</li><li>18 weeks of paid parental leave (after 1 year of employment).
</li><li>Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage for employees and dependents, with office visit co-pay reimbursement for HMO enrollees.
</li><li>Life/accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan.
</li><li>Voluntary (employee-contributed) life/AD&amp;D, accident, critical illness, hospital confinement, and pet insurance.
</li><li>Employee-contributed 403(b) plan.
</li><li>Healthcare and childcare flexible spending accounts.
</li><li>Commuter transit and/or parking benefits.</li></ul> 
HOW TO APPLY<ul><li>Please visit https://bettzedek.org/careers/ to submit a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample for &ldquo;Staff Attorney II - PEHP&rdquo;) Please, no phone calls.</li></ul> 
Note: All positions are subject to funding; ongoing funding or employment cannot be assured. To best serve our communities Bet Tzedek seeks diverse staff with cultural competency reflecting our client populations. We strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities and historically oppressed groups to apply.</div>

Staff Attorney II, Preventing and Ending Homelessness Project (PEHP)

LIEBMAN, QUIGLEY & SHEPPARD

Small Insurance Defense firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Secretary to join our team. Individual will provide administrative support to our legal team and assist with various legal tasks, including scheduling appointments, depositions, and court hearings, maintaining Attorney calendar and on occasion, assist with the preparation of trial materials and exhibits. Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls, filing and handling of daily outgoing and incoming mail.Applicant should have at least 2 plus years of proven experience as a Legal Secretary, knowledge of legal terminology and procedures, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.This is an &quot;in-office&quot; position and is part-time. (30 hours a week)Please submit your application along with your resume for consideration.Job Type: Part-timePay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Legal Secretary/Assistant

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