| Company Intro |
| Who We Are The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley (“Law Foundation”) is dedicated to advancing the rights of historically excluded individuals and families throughout Santa Clara County. Through our legal services, strategic advocacy, and educational outreach, we empower over 15,000 individuals and families each year. Our Housing, Children & Youth, Health and Pro Bono Programs use legal advocacy as a catalyst for social change, creating innovative solutions to the legal challenges facing low-income communities in our region. With a dedicated team of over 75 employees, we are the largest provider of free legal services in the South Bay region of the Bay Area. Learn more at https://www.lawfoundation.org. |
| Job Description/Duties |
| The Opportunity We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Staff Attorney to join our Children & Youth program at the Law Foundation. The Children & Youth program provides free and confidential legal assistance to children and youth in juvenile dependency, family law, probate guardianship, immigration, education matters, and numerous other practice areas; advocacy to improve court and community systems designed to protect and promote child welfare; and workshops to educate youth, parents, caregivers and members of the community about issues impacting child welfare and legal rights. In this role, you’ll focus on affirmative immigration relief for children and youth, especially Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), partnering with a Children & Youth social worker to meet each client’s needs. As Staff Attorney, you will provide full-scope legal representation and advocacy to children and youth under 25 seeking affirmative immigration relief, with a focus on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). You will advocate for clients in state probate and family court hearings and before USCIS, while partnering with a Children & Youth social worker to assess and address client needs. The position includes drafting and filing pleadings, briefs, and motions; managing case-related administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, copying, and service of notices; and maintaining accurate time records in the data management system. You will meet clients where they are, including at the Law Foundation, schools, and homes, participate in team meetings and program development activities, support the Children & Youth Directing and Supervising Attorneys as needed, and collaborate across teams to provide seamless, people-centered services. |
| Job Criteria |
| Job Requirements The successful candidate must be a current member in good standing of the California State Bar and have prior experience practicing immigration law. They must be able to work independently, manage multiple clients and deadlines, and exercise sound legal judgment in high-pressure situations. The position requires travel throughout Santa Clara County for court hearings, USCIS interviews, school visits, client meetings, and other off-site activities. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, and should be proficient in Microsoft 365 or similar technology with a willingness to learn new tools. Spanish language proficiency is required. Who You Are The ideal candidate is committed to providing high-quality legal representation to children and youth and demonstrates a commitment to racial equity, inclusion, and belonging. They understand how race and other intersecting identities can shape clients’ experiences and the systems impacting them. The candidate should bring a trauma-informed approach to legal practice, particularly when working with minors who have experienced trauma. Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, interviewing, client communication, and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple clients, deadlines, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and across departments and demonstrate alignment with the Law Foundation’s mission and values. Preferred Qualifications Candidates with three or more years of immigration law experience, courtroom advocacy experience, and experience working with individuals from multiethnic and/or underserved communities will be especially well suited to the role. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification, as we recognize that strong advocates come from a variety of professional and lived experiences. |
| Salary Range/Hourly Rate |
| $82,000.00 to $110,000.00 |
| Other Benefits and Perks |
| This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to a Supervising Attorney, with an annual salary range of $82,000 to $110,000, as determined by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement between SEIU Local 521 and the Law Foundation. The Law Foundation is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and professional development of its team members. Benefits include 19 paid holidays, 3–5 weeks of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, up to six months of parental leave, and fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. Employees and their dependents also have access to discounted or free mental health therapy and wellness services through the Employee Assistance Program, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions. Additional benefits include a sabbatical after five years of employment, a monthly bilingual stipend for employees who use their language skills at work, an annual professional development budget, and employer-paid California Bar license and/or social work license fees. The position also offers a hybrid work schedule and access to an office building with a fully equipped gym, outdoor terrace, on-site parking, bike storage, lounge areas, and 24/7 security. |
Job Category: Education Family Law Probate Guardianship Immigration Law Juvenile/ Child Welfare
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: San Jose 4 N 2nd Street CA 95113