Paralegal
Company: US COMM FOR REFUGE
Location: Lynn
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) supports
people who have lost or left their homes. For over 100 years, the
unwavering commitment of our leadership, team, network of service
providers, and advocates has helped redirect the destiny of
countless vulnerable lives. In neighborhoods, in Washington, and
around the world, we break down barriers and demand justice for
refugees and immigrants as they successfully integrate into new
communities. We provide essential social and legal services to
rebuild productive lives, turning tragedy into prosperity. We are a
purpose driven organization with a mission to protect the rights
and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration
worldwide and supporting their transition to a dignified life. To
learn more about our work, please visit our website at
www.refugees.org.
OVERVIEW
Each year refugees and immigrants come to the United States to seek
a better life and/or protection from persecution in their home
country. To help them build their lives in the United States, USCRI
offers pro-bono and low-bono legal services for these refugees and
immigrants by providing competent and comprehensive immigration
legal services through various programs.
USCRI operates a pro bono Afghan legal services contract and seeks
to hire paralegals throughout the U.S. who will assist Staff
Attorneys in providing direct representation for Afghan parolees
who entered the U.S. after July 29, 2021. This position will be
located at the offices of the International Institute of New
England (IINE), which is a partner agency of USCRI, in Boston,
Massachusetts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
Please submit a resume with cover letter describing your interest
and qualifications with your online application.
References will be required at time of the final interview.
No telephone calls please. Position will remain open until
filled.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity
employer.
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