Managing Attorney

Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project

. Supervise and oversee legal and administrative staff and the quality of representation and pro se services .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeTucson • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $87,214 - $115,628 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in immigration law, including deportation defense and asylum, while providing direct legal representation and mentorship to staff. Strong commitment to advocacy for immigrant rights and ability to manage high-volume caseloads effectively.

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J.D. Licensed To Practice LawStrong Litigation ExperienceFluency In SpanishExtensive Knowledge Of Immigration LawExperience Supervising Staff

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Hard Skills

Legal Research SkillsOral Advocacy SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAnalytical SkillsData TrackingQuality-Assurance ProtocolsCase ManagementGrant ReportingProject ManagementConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInnovative Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Legal ServerBasic Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Immigrant RightsHuman RightsLGBTQ RightsCriminal JusticeTrauma SurvivorsEthical StandardsConfidentialityFederal And State Background Checks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and oversee legal and administrative staff and the quality of representation and pro se services
Provide direct representation and pro se legal assistance to detained individuals in Florence and Eloy and some released clients in Arizona
Second-chair supervised attorneys in deportation defense cases
Conduct case reviews and provide training, mentorship, coaching, and support
Lead implementation of changes to legal service scope or delivery models
Oversee case review meetings, hiring, new-hire orientation, and legal staff training
Participate in program development, strategic planning, fundraising, outreach, and special projects
Maintain accurate and timely team data and reports
Oversee grant and contract data collection, complete quarterly funder reporting, and participate in network calls, meetings, and trainings
Develop, monitor, and evaluate staff goals, caseloads, and work plans
Establish team meetings and support effective team communication
Collaborate on hiring, orientation, employee relations, performance management, and staff evaluations
Oversee case-file acceptance, opening, management, and closing procedures
Formulate legal strategies and allocate limited resources
Develop and implement quality-assurance protocols
Ensure compliance with relevant legal bodies and agencies, ethical standards, confidentiality, and conflict-of-interest requirements
Develop relationships with immigration attorneys, public officials, law enforcement, nonprofits, EOIR, USCIS, government and social service organizations, and community organizations
Attend meetings with officials and stakeholders and communicate about advocacy initiatives and community legal training
Support Florence Project outreach and development activities
Report to the Adult Program Manager or Associate Program Manager
Travel regularly between Tucson, Phoenix, and Florence offices and to detention facilities and immigration courts in Florence and Eloy

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. and licensed to practice law in any state or jurisdiction
Experience supervising staff or interns, or demonstrated leadership potential and ability to be trained as an effective manager
Commitment to advocating for indigent immigrant clients
Strong litigation experience and/or oral advocacy skills
Strong legal research skills
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work with diverse populations
Highly organized, innovative thinker, able to work in high-volume settings with limited resources
Excellent problem-solving, research, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and adapt to conflict, pressure, crisis, or changing priorities
High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to pass federal and state background checks
Fluency or advanced proficiency in Spanish required
Willingness and ability to travel
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Proven computer skills and advanced understanding of basic office applications
2+ years of direct representation in immigrants' removal proceedings strongly preferred
Extensive knowledge of immigration law, including deportation defense, asylum, and criminal-immigration law issues strongly preferred
Prior advocacy work in immigrant rights, human rights, LGBTQ rights, criminal justice, or experience working with trauma survivors is a plus
Experience with databases and data tracking, such as Legal Server, is a plus
Ability to operate standard office equipment and lift up to ten pounds, with accommodations potentially available
Must comply with the mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy unless exempt due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plans including health, dental, vision coverage, subject to plan terms
Short Term Disability
Eligibility for group benefits such as voluntary life insurance, subject to applicable waiting periods
Retirement plan, subject to plan terms
Twenty-five (25) Days of Vacation Time, annually
Five (5) Days of Medical/Sick Time, annually
One (1) Day of Personal Time, monthly
Eight (8) Week Paid Sabbatical, after three years of employment
Bereavement leave
Fifteen (15) Organization-paid holidays, all observed
Eligible for Parental Leave which includes Twelve (13) paid weeks
Mileage reimbursement for travel between offices and places of work
Relocation Assistance for out of state new hires available for some positions
Supportive and inclusive work environment