Job Title: Litigation Coordinator - Immigration Unit Organization: Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York (PLS) Location: Albany or Buffalo Salary Range: $95,000-$115,000 Experience: Minimum 10 years of litigation and federal appellate experience, preferably in immigration and crimmigration law
About PLS: - Statewide program providing civil legal services to incarcerated individuals in New York State prisons - Regional offices in Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, and Newburgh
Job Description: - Oversee PLS’ immigration removal defense and appellate litigation practice - Provide legal representation to immigrants facing deportation while incarcerated - Minimize harsh immigration consequences through competent representation - Partially remote position with statewide travel required
Responsibilities: - Assess client community needs and implement advocacy and litigation strategies - Develop and provide trainings for PLS attorneys on relevant immigration law and professional responsibility - Serve as technical support in areas of removal defense, litigation, and federal appellate practice - Develop networks with other attorneys for pro bono and/or conflict counsel opportunities
Qualifications: - JD degree and bar admission in good standing in New York State or other state - Previous experience in litigation supervision and working with litigation teams - Deep knowledge and experience in immigration removal litigation and federal appellate work, particularly in crimmigration law - Commitment to immigrant rights and social justice issues - Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communication skills - Willingness to travel as needed
Salary and Benefits: - Salary range of $95,000-$115,000, dependent on qualifications - Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, disability, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plan
PLS’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: - Equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected status - Encourages formerly incarcerated or detained individuals to apply
How to Apply: - Submit cover letter, resume, and three references to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - No phone calls please - Only those selected for interviews will receive a response - Position will remain open until filled
