Supervising Attorney

Title
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Supervising Attorney

Location
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Flexible work environment with hybrid & in-office options; primarily based out of the Twin Cities Metro Area.

The Supervising Attorney will be responsible for supervising the Community Defense unit in collaboration with the ILCM’s Legal Director & Managing Attorney. They will provide legal oversight, guidance, and quality control for casework performed by staff, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, legal requirements, and organizational policies.

• The opportunity to make an impact in the community by enhancing opportunities for immigrants and refugees in Minnesota and North Dakota.
• We believe in work‑life harmony. This role offers the flexibility to blend remote work with in‑office collaboration.
• We provide paid leave including the following:
  • Paid Time Off – Employees earn 12.5 hours per month during the first 2 years (4 weeks), 15.625 per month from years 2‑5 (5 weeks), and 18.75 per month after 5 years (6 weeks). Employees can carry up to 80 hours of unused leave from year to year.
  • Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST):
    In compliance with Minnesota law, ILCM will provide employees with paid sick and safe leave. All employees receive 80 hours, prorated upon commencement. Unused sick and safe time will not be carried over or paid out at the end of each year.
  • Holiday Leave:
    Most major federal holidays, plus one floating holiday and an opportunity to exchange holidays that don’t fall within an employee’s religious or cultural background.
  • Paid Family & Medical Leave:
    In compliance with Minnesota statute. See Handbook and Benefits Guide for more information.
  • We provide competitive benefits including the following:
    • Medical, dental and vision insurance (with employer contributions)
    • Employer‑paid life and disability coverage (voluntary life insurance available at employee cost)
    • SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer match
    • FSA and HSA with employer contributions (HSA only available to employees enrolled in our HSA medical plan)
    • Pet benefits & pet discount program with employer contributions
    • Remote connectivity stipend of $50/month
    • Payment for organizational/membership dues
      • Training/professional development budget of $500/year

• You will work in an environment that values diversity, equity, and belonging. We encourage new ideas, value multiple perspectives, and foster a supportive environment where each role matters.
• We offer competitive and transparent compensation, ensuring pay, benefits, and career progression reflect your contributions, impact, and market value.
• You will work with a committed organization dedicated to serving and empowering clients. ILCM’s values are grounded in respect for and partnership with our immigrant and refugee clients.

• Assume ultimate legal responsibility for all cases and filings within the assigned unit.
• Ensure all legal work complies with professional standards, agency regulations, and organizational policies.
• Review and approve applications, filings, and correspondence prior to submission for new attorneys and accredited representatives.
• Provide legal guidance, mentoring, and ongoing feedback to supervised staff through regular (at least every other week) direct supervision meetings, unit meetings, and other means.
• Ensure adherence to ethical obligations, confidentiality requirements, and supervision standards.
• In immigration matters, ensure compliance with DOJ/EOIR and USCIS rules and procedures.
• Assist with case assignment, workload management, and deadline monitoring.
• Handle or provide support for complex legal issues, hearings, and matters requiring attorney representation through co‑counseling.
• Supervise the ILCM detention line in coordination with other supervisors.
• Maintain own caseload, providing a range of services from advice, prose assistance, limited representation, and full representation in front of USCIS/EOIR/Federal Court.
• Work with Managing Attorney, Legal Director, and Finance and Administration Director to ensure appropriate grant spend downs.
• Maintain legal resources relevant to unit needs.
• Build and maintain collaborative…