Join Our Team: CLIA is Hiring a Staff Attorney and Legal Assistant / DOJ Accredited Representative
The Center for Legal Immigration Assistance (CLIA) is growing—and we’re looking for passionate, mission-driven professionals to join our legal team in Lincoln, Nebraska. If you’re committed to supporting immigrant and refugee communities through high-quality legal services, this is your chance to make a real impact.
We currently have two exciting opportunities:
Staff Attorney
This role is ideal for a licensed attorney with a passion for immigration law and public interest work. As a Staff Attorney at CLIA, you’ll provide legal advice and representation for a variety of immigration matters, including U and T Visas, Adjustment of Status, and Citizenship/Naturalization applications. You'll also have the opportunity to represent clients in immigration court and work closely with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Qualifications include:
J.D. degree and bar admission (or eligibility)
Experience in immigration law preferred
Commitment to CLIA’s mission
Strong research, writing, and communication skills
Legal Assistant / DOJ Accredited Representative
This is a great entry point for someone early in their legal career or looking to grow into a DOJ Accredited Representative role. We hire Legal Assistants with the intention of supporting their training and development toward DOJ Accreditation. In this position, you’ll work under supervision to assist clients with immigration paperwork, conduct interviews, and prepare case documentation—all while learning the ins and outs of immigration legal services.
Ideal candidates will have:
A passion for public interest legal work
Experience working with diverse populations
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Second language proficiency (preferred but not required)
Why Work at CLIA?
CLIA has proudly served Nebraska’s immigrant and refugee communities for more than 20 years. Our work is rooted in compassion, justice, and advocacy. We’re especially known for taking on complex cases and being among the first organizations in the state to assist clients with U Nonimmigrant Visas and gender-based asylum claims.
When you work at CLIA, you join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and personal growth. You'll also receive competitive pay and benefits, including:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Paid holidays and personal days
Generous vacation time after 3 months of employment
Ongoing training and professional development
How to Apply
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so apply as soon as possible.
Please email the following materials to jonathan@clianeb.org:
Cover letter
Resume
Three professional references
We can't wait to meet the next dedicated members of our team. Whether you’re an attorney ready to step into a leadership role or someone eager to grow into a career in immigration law, CLIA could be the right fit for you.
📍 Located in Lincoln, Nebraska
CLIA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
