AddressRequired Visa Status:
| Citizen | GC |
| US Citizen | Student Visa |
| H1B | CPT |
| OPT | H4 Spouse of H1B |
| GC Green Card |
Employment Type:
| Full Time | Part Time |
| Permanent | Independent - 1099 |
| Contract – W2 | C2H Independent |
| C2H W2 | Contract – Corp 2 Corp |
| Contract to Hire – Corp 2 Corp |
Description:
DETENTION PROJECT LAW CLERK
Background of Agency: The Immigrant Law Center of a nonprofit agency that
provides immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in
Minnesota. ILCM also works to educate Minnesota communities and professionals about
immigration matters, and advocates for state and federal policies that respect the
universal human rights of immigrants.
Purpose of Position: The Detention Project Law Clerk position was created to support
case work for individuals who have cases pending before the Immigration Court in Fort
Snelling, MN. Unlike in the criminal court system, individuals held in immigration
custody are not provided any free legal assistance and are responsible for obtaining
their own legal counsel. The vast majority are unable to afford the services of a private
immigration attorney, leaving detainees and immigrants with very few or no options.
The Detention Project Law Clerk will assist legal staff in conducting intake and providing
case assistance to clients in ICE custody and to clients who have been released from
ICE custody with future immigration court dates.
Qualification and Eligibility: Must be enrolled in or a graduate of a four-year college degree program.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak both a second language and Englis
Responsibilities:
o Conduct client intakes and follow-up interviews
o Answer calls from detained immigrants and their family or friends
o Inform callers about detention processes and other related immigration procedures
o Collect evidence and related documents for cases
o Work on case assistance projects for Staff Attorneys, including client
correspondence, country conditions research, and organizing filings
o If applicable, research applicable law for cases and draft memos, briefs, and
motions.
Qualification and Eligibility: Must be enrolled in or a graduate of a four-year college degree program.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak both a second language and English
fluently. Languages of preference include Spanish, Somali, Hmong, Karen, or
other relevant languages.
- Prior experience in immigration matters preferred.
- Must possess cross-cultural communications skills and interpersonal sensitivity.
