Supervising Attorney - Esperanza Center

Catholic Charities of Baltimore - Baltimore, MD

Hiring: Supervising Attorney - Esperanza Center Company: Catholic Charities of Baltimore Location: Baltimore, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 15:15:02 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint About the job Required Skills: •Salary: $92,625 per year •The work schedul is Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM •Supervises staff attorneys, paralegals, DOJ Accredited Representatives, and legal administrative assistants, providing regular coaching, performance feedback, workload oversight, and accountability to ensure high-quality legal services and staff development. •Provides legal representation on a limited caseload of immigration matters before USCIS, EOIR, DOS, ICE, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and other federal agencies, ensuring competent, ethical, and timely advocacy for low-income immigrant clients. •Conducts comprehensive legal consultations and case assessments, identifying appropriate legal strategies, managing client expectations, and ensuring accurate case evaluation and documentation. •Provides legal guidance, mentorship, and technical support to attorneys, DOJ Accredited Representatives, paralegals, administrative staff, pro bono attorneys, volunteers, and interns to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in casework. •Partners with the Managing Attorney and other Supervising Attorneys to oversee program operations, strategy, and performance, including case management oversight, process improvement, staff training, and implementation of best practices. •Monitors legal services and case outcomes, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, funding, and agency requirements while maintaining high standards of client service. Qualifications: •Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state, territory, or federal district court required. •Three (3) years of immigration law experience with demonstrated knowledge of immigration laws, procedures, and legal advocacy required. •Bilingual in Spanish preferred, enabling effective communication and relationship-building with clients and community members from diverse backgrounds. •Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and a professional, compassionate demeanor when working with staff, clients, visitors, and community partners, including the ability to build trusting, trauma-informed relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and circumstances. •Provides effective leadership by engaging, influencing, and supporting staff, fostering teamwork, resolving conflict constructively, and maintaining a positive and accountable work environment. •Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, ensuring accuracy, professionalism, and clarity in client interactions, staff guidance, documentation, and stakeholder communications. •Applies strong planning, organization, prioritization, delegation, and attention to detail to manage competing demands, meet deadlines, and maintain quality, accuracy, compliance, and efficient workflow. •Uses sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to assess situations, navigate challenges, and make informed decisions. •Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in all situations, while following safety protocols and promoting a respectful, accountable workplace. •Requires proficiency in using computer systems and software to perform job function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e., Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive is preferred. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!