Justice Clinic works with grassroots immigrants' rights organizations to identify issues and cases that will further these organization's work for immigrant justice. Over the past few years, these collaborations have provided important context for individual representation and opportunities to participate in local, state and regional efforts to improve conditions. In the past year, the Clinic's work has included individual representation for those detained by Immigration Customs and Enforcement and projects that support affirmative litigation and policy making that supports immigrants' rights. Each student in the clinic works on at least one project and represents several individuals seeking release from detention.
The Clinical Fellow will work with the current Director of the Immigrant Justice Clinic, Clinical Professor Ragini Shah, to supervise students in their individual representation work. This will include supervision of students representing noncitizens in habeas proceedings in federal District Courts and in bond hearings before the Immigration Court as well as other types of cases subject to the incoming fellow's experience and interest.
Timing/Hours
The Clinical Fellow position is a 12-month, one-year position beginning July 1, 2026, with the possibility of renewal for at least one more year. It can be full-time or part-time depending on the circumstances of the successful candidate. The part-time position requires a commitment of 10-20 hours a week depending on the needs of the cases and students. The part-time position requires regular availability to work with students in person and during business hours.
Qualifications
J.D. and Massachusetts bar membership are required. At least three years of prior experience representing immigrants in removal proceedings is required, with a preference for experience representing clients who have been detained pending removal. Admission to one or more of several federal District Courts is a plus. The successful candidate should combine experience in immigration law with teaching experience and/or a demonstrated ability to mentor and teach young attorneys or law students.
Salary Range
Full time salary ranges from $70,000 to $75,000 annually commensurate with experience. Part time salary will vary according to the time committed, commensurate with experience.
Application Process and Required Materials
Applicants should submit a resume or curriculum vitae and teaching evaluations (if applicable), along with a cover letter addressed to Professor Christina Miller, Co-Chair of the Clinical Committee.
