Immigration Supervising Attorney (Temporary/Remote) 

• Represent a reduced number of noncitizens on complex immigration matters, including detained and non-detained removal proceedings, applications before USCIS, and advisals regarding consequences of pending criminal or family court proceedings.
• Supervise a team of attorneys by conferencing cases, reviewing written work, providing in-court supervision, and monitoring caseloads and data entry.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations, provide ongoing feedback, and support professional development of supervisees.
• Participate in practice leadership meetings, represent the practice at cross-practice and external meetings, and lead or assist with trainings and presentations.

This role directly defends noncitizens facing deportation and immigration consequences, helping to keep families together and protect the rights of immigrant communities in the Bronx, while also training and mentoring the next generation of public defenders.

• At least three (3) years of immigration law experience, preferably in a criminal-immigration practice.
• License to practice law in the United States.
• Strong research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills; supervisory and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to holistic, client-centered representation and ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Salary commensurate with experience; for 3-6 years of directly relevant experience, annual salary range is approximately $108,717-$117,838 (prorated for this 3-month temporary position). Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage; a 403(b) plan with employer contribution; and generous vacation, sick leave, and parental leave policy.

The Bronx Defenders is a public defender nonprofit that provides holistic, client-centered legal representation to nearly 20,000 New Yorkers each year in criminal, family, civil, and immigration proceedings, and works to reform the legal system through community organizing, legislative advocacy, and impact litigation.