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Junior Refugee and Immigration Lawyer
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Remote / WFH
Anastasia Legal P.C
Job Description
Overview
ALPC is excited to be hiring a new member of our team. We offer comprehensive legal support to refugees and immigrants at every stage of the immigration process. We seek a self-motivated and focused individual with legal experience in the field and an earnest desire to learn. Salary is commensurate with experience. A fee split option may be available in the future. Start date is flexible.
Duties
Prepare Basis of Claim forms and narratives by interviewing clients with the help of interpreters.
Prepare refugee claims via the IRCC portal.
Prepare pre- and post-hearing disclosure for Refugee Protection Division (RPD) hearings.
Conduct pre-hearing interviews to prepare clients to appear before the RPD.
Represent clients at their RPD, Admissibility, and Judicial Review Hearings (and any other hearings as required).
Prepare Humanitarian & Compassionate Applications.
Prepare Pre-Removal Risk Assessment Applications.
Prepare Memoranda of Argument and Appellant Records for Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) Appeals.
Prepare Memoranda of Argument and Application Records for Judicial Review Applications at the Federal Court.
Communicate effectively with clients to explain their rights, options, and the immigration process.
Stay informed about changes in immigration policies and laws that may affect clients.
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in Ontario.
Proven experience in refugee and immigration law is preferred; we will accept limited experience if the applicant is willing to put in the time to quickly learn the requisite skills to assist with upcoming statutory deadlines.
Ability to come into the Toronto office for training; more experienced applicants can start working from home almost immediately.
Legal Aid Ontario General Panel Roster Member preferred.
Strong research skills and proficiency in using legal research tools.
Excellent legal drafting abilities with attention to detail.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to advocate effectively for clients.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
A commitment to providing high-quality legal services with integrity and professionalism.
Job Type: Full-time
License/Certification:
Certificate of Standing (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
ALPC is excited to be hiring a new member of our team. We offer comprehensive legal support to refugees and immigrants at every stage of the immigration process. We seek a self-motivated and focused individual with legal experience in the field and an earnest desire to learn. Salary is commensurate with experience. A fee split option may be available in the future. Start date is flexible.
Duties
Prepare Basis of Claim forms and narratives by interviewing clients with the help of interpreters.
Prepare refugee claims via the IRCC portal.
Prepare pre- and post-hearing disclosure for Refugee Protection Division (RPD) hearings.
Conduct pre-hearing interviews to prepare clients to appear before the RPD.
Represent clients at their RPD, Admissibility, and Judicial Review Hearings (and any other hearings as required).
Prepare Humanitarian & Compassionate Applications.
Prepare Pre-Removal Risk Assessment Applications.
Prepare Memoranda of Argument and Appellant Records for Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) Appeals.
Prepare Memoranda of Argument and Application Records for Judicial Review Applications at the Federal Court.
Communicate effectively with clients to explain their rights, options, and the immigration process.
Stay informed about changes in immigration policies and laws that may affect clients.
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in Ontario.
Proven experience in refugee and immigration law is preferred; we will accept limited experience if the applicant is willing to put in the time to quickly learn the requisite skills to assist with upcoming statutory deadlines.
Ability to come into the Toronto office for training; more experienced applicants can start working from home almost immediately.
Legal Aid Ontario General Panel Roster Member preferred.
Strong research skills and proficiency in using legal research tools.
Excellent legal drafting abilities with attention to detail.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to advocate effectively for clients.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
A commitment to providing high-quality legal services with integrity and professionalism.
Job Type: Full-time
License/Certification:
Certificate of Standing (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
