International Rescue Committee - SeaTac, WA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
SeaTac, WA
Social Assistance

About the position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a bilingual Legal Assistant to support its Children's Legal Services program in SeaTac, WA. This role involves providing legal representation to unaccompanied immigrant children who have been released from custody and are seeking various forms of humanitarian relief. The Legal Assistant will work closely with attorneys to coordinate client referrals, conduct interviews, assist with immigration applications, and manage administrative tasks related to the program.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and receive case referrals, setting up new case files and initial client meetings with attorneys.
  • Assist in conducting intakes or follow-up meetings with unaccompanied child clients, interpreting as needed, and gathering supporting documents.
  • Assist in preparing filings for the Seattle Immigration Court, Washington State Courts, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
  • Communicate with clients to schedule appointments, provide case status updates, request documents, and manage other communications.
  • Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, and other documents for the legal staff.
  • Translate documents from Spanish to English and client communications from English to Spanish.
  • Interpret for client meetings or phone calls as needed.
  • Process and record daily mail, assist with monthly data reporting submissions, and prepare monthly invoicing documentation.
  • Coordinate with other IRC program staff and community partners to refer clients for wrap-around services and prepare referral packages for children moving out of local jurisdiction.
  • Provide interpretation for clients at USCIS interviews as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or 3 years' experience/knowledge in immigration law or child welfare, family, or juvenile justice law.
  • Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking both Spanish and English.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in a legal setting highly desirable, but not required.
  • Lived experience with the immigration legal system highly desired, but not required.
  • Experience working with children highly desirable, but not required.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve problems.
  • Evidence of capacity to be a strong team member in a collaborative social services environment.
  • Deep commitment to working with immigrants, children, and asylum seekers.
  • Trauma-informed and sensitive listening and communication skills.
  • Personal integrity in handling ethically complex and confidential situations.
  • Commitment to anti-racism and ongoing learning.
  • Strong computer literacy, research, and analysis skills.

Benefits

  • Sick time
  • 403b retirement savings plan with up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution
  • 3-7% additional IRC contribution to retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance Program for staff and families
  • 10 US paid holidays
  • 20-25 paid time off days
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs
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