$82,136 - $88,913 yearly
Prisoners' Legal Services of New York
Buffalo, NY
Prisoners’ Legal Services of New York (PLS) is seeking applicants for a Federal Litigation and Appellate Attorney in our Immigration Unit. This position involves a split workload that will include litigating federal habeas claims as well as other immigration related matters in administrative and federal courts. The position may be located in either the Albany or Buffalo PLS offices. *About PLS* PLS is a non-profit legal services organization which provides civil legal services to indigent and incarcerated individuals in New York State correctional facilities. Founded in 1976, in response to the Attica uprising, PLS has regional offices in Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca and Newburgh. The PLS Immigration Unit provides representation to noncitizens who are adults and minors placed in removal proceedings. PLS’ Immigration Unit engages in representation of clients in immigration court hearings, state court proceedings, appeals and litigation. The Immigration Unit also assists clients prepare...