Job Details

Immigration Clinic Staff Attorney

Position Number: 6186905
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Law and Legal Studies

Immigration Clinic Staff Attorney

Requisition Number: 63990
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 18-May-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Colorado Law School at the University of Colorado Boulder welcomes applications for an Immigration Clinic Staff Attorney! The Colorado Law Clinical Program opened its doors in 1948, with the goal of instructing law students through the basics of trial practice and client representation before municipal and county courts in Boulder County. Since then, the clinical program has grown to include nine specialized clinics, all of which address critical community needs, including immigration defense, environmental litigation, business start-up support, criminal defense, and legal support for Native American communities. The Clinical Program provides second- and third-year law students with the opportunity to refine their legal skills and forge their professional identities while providing outstanding legal representation to clients who are most in need.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities..

Who We Are

At the Colorado Law School, we are an engaged, diverse, and welcoming community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who help one another succeed. Our selective admissions process keeps our student body small, enabling our faculty, staff, alumni, and community to invest deeply in each student's success. Because we take our responsibility to educate and train future lawyers very seriously, our curriculum, research centers, and experiential learning opportunities are crafted to prepare students for success in today's changing legal environment.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The staff attorney in the Immigration Clinic will work closely with the Director of the Immigration Defense Clinic to provide direct representation to clinic clients navigating a wide range of immigration matters. The role will also assist in instructing and supervising law students enrolled in the clinic. Students in the Immigration Clinic represent noncitizen clients in immigration removal proceedings and related state criminal court proceedings and assist clients eligible for affirmative immigration relief, including family-based adjustment, asylum, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.

Essential Functions:

Provide direct legal representation to clinic clients year-round, including during the academic year and summer. This includes working collaboratively with enrolled clinic students and handling cases independently.
Supervise and mentor second- and third-year law students, with a focus on developing their skills as ethical, effective, and compassionate advocates. Support their learning through hands-on legal experience and instruction on the history, policy, and practice of U.S. immigration law.

What You Should Know

This position is funded for two years, with the possibility of funding being extended.
This position will work in a hybrid work modality. The role is expected to work Monday - Friday during regular business hours. The role may need to work outside of regular work hours at times.
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This full-time position is eligible for the following benefits:
EcoPass for free RTD rides.
Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days, and 11 holidays.
Access to Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.

What We Can Offer

The starting salary range for this role is $88,600 - $90,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

A Juris Doctor degree.
License to practice law in Colorado or eligible to be admitted on motion to the Colorado bar.
At least three years of experience practicing immigration law.

What You Will Need

Demonstrated dedication to comprehensive teaching practices that support and engage a student population from a wide range of backgrounds and ideas.
Computer literacy, including experience using common office software.
Willingness to travel (largely in-state) and work irregular hours when necessary.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Good oral advocacy skills and experience litigating in court.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to effectively delegate to and supervise law students.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that describes how your background and experience align with this position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 18, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Immigration-Clinic-Staff-Attorney/63990