Managing Attorney

About the role

The Managing Attorney will lead NYIC’s network of legal services across New York State, providing limited‑scope immigration representation to vulnerable communities. Reporting to the Deputy Legal Director, the role combines supervision, direct client work, and strategic program development.

Key responsibilities

• Design, coordinate and supervise legal clinics and direct services statewide, leveraging internal and external attorneys, paralegals and support staff.
• Oversee limited‑scope services such as asylum, SIJS, TPS applications, EOIR motions, bond and habeas filings, and comprehensive legal screenings.
• Supervise up to three full‑time staff attorneys and a cohort of part‑time contract attorneys, setting expectations, managing performance and supporting professional development.
• Conduct final reviews of all filings, ensure high‑quality legal output, and respond to rapid‑response needs and special projects.
• Lead data collection, tracking and reporting to ensure transparency, accuracy and privacy compliance.

Required profile

• Licensed attorney admitted to practice in the United States (NY admission preferred but not required).
• 5‑7 years of experience representing diverse immigrant communities in affirmative or defensive immigration matters.
• 3‑4 years of experience supervising attorneys, with at least one year of direct supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to NYIC’s mission and values, and strong community‑organizing skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Legal Server and Salesforce.
• Advanced use of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using Canva for document design.
• Bilingual English‑Spanish preferred.

What we offer

• Salary of $130,000 per year with a transparent, non‑negotiable structure.
• Full benefits package, unlimited vacation after 90 days, paid sick time, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan.
• One remote workday per week with the remainder onsite or in the field across New York State.
• Opportunity to shape statewide immigration legal services and work with a large coalition of advocacy groups.