Supervising Attorney

Safe Passage Project

. Supervise and manage a team of attorneys and a paralegal representing minors in removal proceedings before EOIR, the Asylum Office, USCIS, and Family Courts .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in immigration law with a focus on representing minors, while effectively managing a team and mentoring pro bono attorneys. Exhibits strong organizational and communication skills, alongside a commitment to diversity and trauma-centered practices.

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J.D. DegreeNew York State Bar AdmissionImmigration Law ExperienceTeam ManagementSalesforce Experience

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Hard Skills

Immigration LawCase RepresentationLegal Strategy DevelopmentReporting StatisticsTraining Preparation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceDatabase Management

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D. DegreeNew York State Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

EOIRAsylum OfficeUSCISFamily CourtsTrauma-Centered Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and manage a team of attorneys and a paralegal representing minors in removal proceedings before EOIR, the Asylum Office, USCIS, and Family Courts
Directly represent minors in immigration cases
Mentor pro bono attorneys representing minors in similar proceedings
Collaborate with legal management on analyzing and creating legal strategies
Supervise and provide detailed reporting statistics on each supervised, mentored, and directly represented case
Prepare trainings and materials for Safe Passage Project trainings

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. degree and admission to the New York State Bar
Four (4) or more years of immigration law experience
Experience managing volunteer engagement; working with law firm volunteers is a plus
Strong database and computer skills; experience with Salesforce preferred
Demonstrated experience maintaining multifaceted relationships with various stakeholders
Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Exceptional organizational, time management, and record-keeping skills
High level of discretion in handling confidential information
Proven adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with proactive problem-solving skills
Spirit for collaboration and understanding of trauma-centered practices, or willingness to learn and incorporate them
Ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures
Sensitivity to and knowledge of diversity dimensions, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, and socioeconomic status
Commitment to Safe Passage Project’s work and readiness to grow and learn with the team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work environment; staff currently work from the office one day per week
Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance
Open Paid Time Off
Additional Work From Home time: up to 4 weeks annually
Office closure: December 24 through January 1 (in addition to Paid Holidays)
Home office stipend
Technology and equipment support for remote and hybrid work
Medical plans, including an option with 100 percent employer-covered premiums
Dental and vision plans and access to telehealth services
Mental health and wellness resources through health plans
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
Commuter benefits for transit and parking
Health Advocate services
Retirement savings plan: up to a 6 percent employer match on 401(k) contributions
Pre-tax benefit options, including commuter and health accounts
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and employment verification/documentation support
12 weeks of Paid Family Leave for eligible employees
Additional unpaid leave options
Paid holidays throughout the year
Bereavement leave
Annual professional development stipend
Access to trainings, conferences, and skill-building opportunities
Access to Practicing Law Institute (PLI) resources and training