Job Title: Staff Attorney 

Reports To: Legal Director  

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt: in-office with one day per week remote after 6 months 

Salary: From $90,000/yr 
 

Position Overview  

The Staff Attorney provides direct representation to Asylum Clinic KC’s clients, including but not limited to humanitarian immigration cases involving asylum, visa petitions for victims of a crime or human trafficking, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, removal defense, and adjustments of status. The Staff Attorney will maintain an active case load and lead paralegals and other staff in the representation of clients.  

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Maintain an active case load 

• Represent low-income clients in front of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services as well as the Immigration Court 

• Conduct legal consultations, assess eligibility for relief, and develop case strategies 

• Perform legal research and case preparation for a variety of client legal needs  

• Draft applications, briefs, motions and other court filings as needed  

• Work with the legal team and the Director of Operations to maintain accurate case management and performance records for grant reporting and compliance  

• Supervises paralegals, DOJ Accredited Representatives, and/or other team members 

• Participate in ACKC strategic programs and initiatives, as appropriate  

• Help develop new programs or projects that respond to emerging immigrant needs 

• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in the case management system 

• Attend continuing education and training to stay current in immigration practice 

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Required Qualifications 

• Required Education: J.D. from an accredited ABA institute 

• Required Certification/Licensure: Licensed within 6 months of start date. Preferably in Missouri or Kansas 

• Ability to work in-office and virtually 

 

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in immigration law or other legal aid law. Attorneys with more experience are encouraged to apply and compensation will reflect experience.   

• Experience working with immigrants and/or diverse cultures and ethnicities  

• Experience working with victims of trauma 

• Strongly preferred fluency in Spanish and English 

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Compensation and Benefits 

• Salary starting from $90,000/yr, commensurate with experience  

• Fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees

• Long-term disability/AD+D/life insurance

• Pre-tax retirement plan

• 12 paid federal holidays, and four weeks paid time off

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Work Schedule

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Kansas City, Missouri. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed and a possible one day remote per week offered after 6 months of employment.

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Who are we seeking to join our team?  

We are looking for a dynamic individual who is driven by the hope and resilience of our clients. You should be passionate about our mission, thrive in a collaborative team environment, and possess the creativity and dedication needed to expand legal services to underserved communities. 

 

How to Apply 

To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to clare@asylumclinickc.org. Please use the subject line "Staff Attorney- [Your Name]" when submitting your application. Apply by email only, no phone calls please. In your cover letter, please explain why you are interested in this position and how your experience and qualifications align with the requirements of the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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About The Asylum Clinic Kansas City  

Asylum Clinic Kansas City is a rapidly growing nonprofit providing high-quality immigration legal services across Kansas City. We serve individuals and families navigating complex humanitarian immigration processes, often under urgent and high-stakes circumstances.

 

Our mission is to promote justice by delivering accessible, excellent legal services that empower underserved immigrants and refugees. We are committed to advancing dignity, equity, and due process, and to building systems that expand access to representation for those most in need.

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Equal Opportunity Employer 

ACKC is an equal opportunity employer. ACKC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status.