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11 people are interested
JDs - take a break from the books and classroom. Get hands on experience in our non-profit.
ORGANIZATION: Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project
Please visit the new page to apply.
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11 people are interested
Esperanza seeks talented and ambitious law students to work with Esperanza managing attorneys and staff attorneys. Law student volunteers will benefit from on-going training, supervision and a hands-on experience. Volunteers will gain legal knowledge, case management skills, and will have the opportunity to help especially vulnerable population in their immigration cases.
Previous experience in immigration law, asylum law, family or criminal law is desirable but no essential. Spanish competency is preferred.
Law School credit available.
To apply, send your resume, a cover letter, and the names and contact details of two references to: kplotnik@ccharities.org.
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About Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project
Location:
1530 James M. Wood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015, US
Mission Statement
Esperanza is dedicated to serving the vulnerable immigrant population of Los Angeles. Esperanza zealously advocates on behalf of clients while also empowering them through legal education and workshops.
Description
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project of Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc., serves espercially vulnerale immigrants fighting against removal from the United States. Esperanza mostly provides legal services to children who are fighting against removal, however Esperanza also has clients in federal immigration detention centers. Esperanza provides direct representation, pro bono placement and pro se legal education.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1530 James M Wood BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90015
DATE POSTED
October 21, 2016
SKILLS
- Spanish
- Research
- Youth Services
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Multi-Tasking
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Fall Semester. Minimum 8 hours.
- Must be a current JD.