Location: Newark,NJ, USA
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a Full Time Legal Assistant/Law Clerk for our Immigration Assistance program located in Newark, NJ. The Immigration Assistance program provides assistance to clients with immigration needs by providing low-cost, fee-for-service legal assistance in all phases of immigration and naturalization proceedings, representation in deportation or exclusion proceedings before the Immigration Court, and assistance in any matter involving immigration and citizenship.
The Legal Assist will assist attorneys with developing cases, reviewing and preparing agency and court correspondence, conducting research and drafting documents, and handling electronic and telephonic client communications.
Requirements:
To apply submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.
Visit our website www.ccannj.com
Internal Applicants
Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.
Agency Mission In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.
Benefits: CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.
Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.