Texas Licensed Habeas Attorney

Job Summary

Supporting the IJC team and pro bono attorney volunteers, the part-time Texas Licensed Habeas Attorney will gather information on habeas in multiple jurisdictions and assist in mentoring volunteers on habeas cases, requiring approximately 5-10 flexible hours per week in a fully remote capacity.

Key responsibilities

• Research and gather information about habeas in various jurisdictions, creating and editing manuals and practice advisories
• Assist in the mentorship of attorney volunteers, providing guidance and answering questions on habeas cases
• Participate in training webinars and ensure habeas materials are kept up-to-date

Required qualifications

• J.D. active and in good standing with a U.S. state bar
• Member of at least one federal district court bar
• Experience with at least one Texas district court strongly preferred
• Immigration habeas experience required
• Commitment to the mission of the Immigration Justice Campaign and the American Immigration Council