AILA New England Classifieds

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ILAP Seeks an Immigration Law Justice Fellow (Law Student), Summer 2026

(Posted 12.09.2025 – 1.08.2026)

JOB TITLE:         Immigration Law Justice Fellow

FLSA:                    Nonexempt

REPORTS TO: Staff Attorney/Detention Attorney

HOURS:          Full-time (temporary)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• ILAP is offering a paid Immigration Law Justice Fellowship during the Summer of 2026. Candidates must identify as an immigrant or have a lived immigrant experience. ILAP defines “lived immigrant experience” as knowledge gained through direct, first-hand experience with the United States immigration system, from being without lawful status in the United States, or from being part of a mixed-immigration status family. First-hand experience may come from one’s own experience with the United States immigration system or from experience through growing up—including as a child born in the United States—with family members who were navigating that system or lacked options within it. ILAP considers family to be a broad term. Applicants of any race or ethnicity are welcome.
• The Fellow will work full-time in person at our Portland office location for a 10-week term.  An extension of this term may be available, with additional payment for any approved extension period.
• The Immigration Law Justice Fellowship recognizes and compensates law students with a lived immigrant experience for the expertise that comes from navigating the immigration system and other forms of systemic oppression, the value of having deep relationships with immigrant communities, and new skills, competencies, and perspectives the Fellow brings to ILAP.

• At ILAP, the Fellow will assist legal staff on a variety of case types and projects. Responsibilities will vary depending on program needs and Fellow skills, but can be expected to include:
  • Case work and client interviewing: Assist with preparation of humanitarian applications for relief including asylum, adjustment of status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA self-petitions, U visas and more.
  • Support detained representation programming: Assist with intake, triage, coordination, needs assessments, and case work.
  • Research and writing: Research legal issues related to client cases, prepare written memorandums and briefs as needed, and gather country conditions evidence to support client applications.
• Meetings and trainings: Attend staff meetings, legal trainings, and presentations. The Fellow will also have access to professional development opportunities.
• Translation and Interpretation: If fluent in a relevant language, assist with phone calls to clients, interpreting for client meetings, and translating documents.
• Programmatic Support: Complete special projects for ILAP attorneys and staff, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Identifies as an immigrant or has a lived immigrant experience.
• Rising 2L or 3L.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Good judgment and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment if needed.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Office 365.
• Ability to multi-task effectively, including having strong detail-orientation.
• Demonstrated passion for advancing immigrants’ rights and an ability to work well with individuals from different cultures and with varying levels of English proficiency.
• Personal and professional commitment to racial justice and equity.
• Prior experience with immigration matters is preferred.
• Proficiency or fluency in a relevant community language is preferred, especially French, Spanish, Portuguese, Lingala, Haitian Creole, Dari, or Pashto.

STIPEND

The Fellow will receive a $8,500 stipend.

TO APPLY

Send cover letter and resume by e-mail to hr@ilapmaine.org with the subject line “Immigrant Law Justice Fellow.” Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, December 3, and will continue until the position is filled.

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Massa Viana Law Seeks an Associate Attorney

(Posted 11.25.2025 – 12.25.2025)

We seeking a full-time Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of Employment-Based Immigration Experience to work in our Southborough office.

Ideal candidates will have experience with a variety of employment-based applications, including labor certifications (PERMs), H1-Bs, E-1/E-2s, and a host of other non-immigrant visas.

We are a firm practicing exclusively immigration law and expanding our employment-based practice. The right candidate should be eager to contribute knowledge and expertise to the team, as well as help develop SOPs, and create capacity for additional employment-based work.

A second language fluency is preferred but not required. Humanitarian and Family-Based immigration experience is also a plus.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

ABOUT US:

At Massa Viana Law, we are passionate about breaking down the barriers immigrants face in navigating the complex U.S. immigration system.

We seek people who are honest to the core and who practice compassion and empathy every day.

Our people are proactive solution-seekers and are constantly looking for opportunities to serve our community, within and outside the firm.

We work hard and believe in delivering unequivocal excellence. We take pride in going the extra mile for our clients, embracing challenging cases, and fostering a supportive work environment for our team members. We love dreamers; we believe in miracles.

If our values resonate with you, then we strongly encourage you to apply!

BENEFITS:

Massa Viana offers:

• Sick Time, Paid Holidays, and Paid Vacation;
• Paid Parental Leave;
• Health and Dental Insurance;
• An IRA matching program.

HOW TO APPLY:

We want to know you! In your cover letter, please answer these three questions:

• What excites you about your past work with immigrants?
• What is one other social cause you are passionate about and why?
• Which of the values on this job post resonate with you on a personal level and why? (You can pick more than one)

Submit your resumé and responses through the e-mail careers@massavianalaw. Please submit desired salary range with your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Salary based on relevant experience. Please provide desired salary with your application.

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New England Justice for Our Neighbors Seeks a Senior Staff Attorney

(Posted 11.14.2025 – 12.14.2025)

Are you an experienced immigration attorney passionate about humanitarian relief? Do you enjoy shaping the direction of new programs? Are you interested in working in a hybrid environment with a flexible schedule? If so, consider applying for New England Justice for Our Neighbors’ Senior Staff Attorney position.

About New England Justice for Our Neighbors

New England Justice for Our Neighbors (New England JFON) is a Massachusetts-based 501(c)(3) organization providing free, expert legal services to low- or no-income immigrants seeking humanitarian immigration relief. Now in our 13th year of service, we serve clients through two programs, one for general humanitarian advocacy and one specifically for unaccompanied minors. Our service area spans from Western to Eastern Massachusetts and extends down through Bristol County. New England JFON served almost 400 clients in 2024.

Position Summary

We seek a Senior Staff Attorney to join our small legal team. Time will be divided between our two programs and will include establishing and managing a pro bono program. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of immigration experience and will be bilingual in English and Spanish. Salary range is $85,000 – $95,000 depending on experience. We offer a flexible hybrid schedule and competitive benefits. We particularly welcome applicants with personal experiences related to our work.

The full job description can be found here. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to hiring@newenglandjfon.org.

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Brooks & DeRensis, P.C. seeks an experienced business immigration paralegal

(Posted 10.28.2025 – 12.28.2025)

Brooks & DeRensis, P.C. seeks an experienced business immigration paralegal. Responsible for the day-to-day management of our employment-side US immigration law practice including client meetings, business correspondence, drafting USCIS and US DOL forms, maintaining team calendar, meeting deadlines, and billing. May research and draft testimonial letters for review. Most of our work focuses on self-petitioners in the EB-1-1 extraordinary ability & EB-2/NIW US national interest classifications, and on O-1 visas, and E-1/E-2 treaty visas for entrepreneurs. Requires a bachelor’s degree and two years’ experience in an immigration practice. To apply email resume (and cover letter if desired) to Margaret Holland-Sparages, Esq. at Brooks & DeRensis, PC, mhsparages@bdboston.com.

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