TIRN Legal Clinic Fellow

Description:

Job Description:
The Tulsa Immigrant Resource Network Legal Clinic (TIRN) Legal Fellow is a full-time, paid, two-year attorney position, which serves as a bridge from academic studies to the practice of law by providing training and mentoring to a new attorney in a law firm setting. Under the supervision of TU Legal Clinic Faculty and Staff Attorneys, the TIRN Legal Clinic Fellow will represent individuals in cases involving a variety of immigration legal issues. The Legal Fellow may also organize and implement larger community advocacy projects.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

• Good communication, organizational, research and writing, and public speaking skills
• Strong legal research
• Highly organized, an innovative thinker, and work in high-volume settings with limited resources.
• Experience or demonstrated commitment to working in a low-income community setting or on issues impacting low-income and marginalized populations
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from varied cultural backgrounds
• Has a strong commitment to serving low-income and underserved communities, with an ability to relate to and communicate with a broad range of clients and colleagues.
• Understands how to prioritize. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and has a keen eye for detail while keeping an eye on the big picture. This person enjoys handling multiple tasks running in parallel and can triage to meet time-sensitive deadlines while working toward larger goals.
• Strong preference for Spanish language fluency
• Operate in a professional office environment and requires the ability to sit for long periods of time with intermittent walking, standing, bending, squatting, pulling and pushing.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing stairs.
• Ability to use standard office equipment such as scanners, computers, keyboards, phones, shredders, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Salary & Benefits:
This is a full-time position.

• Medical plans including health, dental, vision coverage, subject to plan terms
• Paid Time Off
• Organizational Holidays

Responsibilities:

• Represent individuals in immigration legal cases, providing legal advice and guidance.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Attend court hearings, client meetings, and other legal proceedings, advocating for the best interests of the clients.
• Collaborate with TIRN Legal Clinic faculty and staff to develop and implement effective case strategies.
• Engage in community outreach and education initiatives to raise awareness about immigration law and support vulnerable communities.
• Organize and participate in community advocacy projects, promoting access to justice and legal services.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, keeping them informed about the status of their cases and providing regular updates.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of law students and other legal professionals, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Stay updated on immigration law developments and attend relevant workshops and seminars to enhance professional development.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school, with a strong academic record.
• Admission to the state bar and good standing with no disciplinary actions.
• 0-2 years of experience in immigration law or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
• Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish, is highly desirable.
• Passion for immigration law and a commitment to social justice and community advocacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset, willing to contribute to a supportive and diverse legal team.

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