We are always looking for passionate people to join our team. If you are interested in joining our team and supporting our mission of defending individual rights and liberties, we would love to hear from you. Currently open positions, if any, are listed below. Even if you do not see a currently open role that is right for you, we welcome interested candidates to contact us at any time, by sending an expression of interest and resume to us at CarmenC@mhb.com.
Consistent with our mission of expanding freedom, justice, equality, and opportunity for all, MHB is committed to fostering a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. MHB seeks candidates who bring a diversity of backgrounds and experiences to their role at MHB, and persons from historically marginalized or disadvantaged groups are particularly encouraged to apply. In addition, MHB is committed to investing in the success of persons of diverse backgrounds in their employment with MHB. MHB cultivates an anti-racist and pro-equity working environment, and is dedicated to removing any racial and equity-related barriers to opportunities in the workplace.
Our Immigration department is recruiting for an Immigration Associate Attorney!
Responsibilities:
- Managing employment-based nonimmigrant visa matters (H, L, E, O, P, TN), family and employment-based immigrant visa matters (EB-2/ EB-3 PERM, EB-1 multinational manager/executive, outstanding researcher, extraordinary ability, and National Interest Waivers), and naturalization cases
- Developing strategy and drafting complex filings in support of varied matters including RFE responses
- Researching, analyzing, and applying regulations and procedures in immigration matters
- Communicating regularly with clients regarding case preparation, case processing issues, and case strategy
- Supervising the work of paralegal and legal assistant staff
Requirements:
- Two or more years of immigration attorney experience handling employment and/or family-based matters strongly preferred
- Experience in removal, federal court litigation, and analysis of immigration consequences of crime are a plus
- Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills
- Ability to build strong working relationships with clients and staff
- Experience in managing a varied caseload in a high paced environment
- Ability to identify legal issues, analyze facts, and determine appropriate case strategies
- A strong interest in following immigration policy developments
- Enthusiasm for growth, receptive to constructive feedback, and open-minded
- Technically adept – strong basic computer skills, familiarity with immigration-related computer systems/tools
- Self-starter, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Employment requirements: Upon hire, you must provide proof of 1) Your eligibility to legally work in the US; and 2) Your COVID full vaccination status.
Salary: $100,000 - $110,000 annually DOE
Please send your resume and cover letter (optional) to Carmen Carrillo at CarmenC@mhb.com – We are excited to meet you and work together on the fight for social justice and equality!
We are seeking a Paralegal for our Civil Rights practice!
We are seeking a paralegal for our Civil Rights practice! In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys in helping individuals whose civil liberties have been infringed upon or employment rights violated. As a key member of our legal team, you will play a crucial role in preparing documents, assisting with case management, all while supporting our mission to promote equality and justice for all. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the realm of civil rights law, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities include assisting attorneys in all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial, which may include:
- Managing litigation document database (importing, exporting, running searches)
- Reviewing and analyzing documents and deposition testimony to assist attorneys with case analysis, summary judgment and trial
- Working with clients and vendors to collect electronically stored information, documents, and other evidence
- Assisting with drafting discovery answers and witness declarations
- Locating and preparing exhibits for use at deposition, summary judgment, and trial
- Requesting and tracking records (e.g. public records, medical records)
- Locating, contacting, and interviewing witnesses
- Setting up and running presentation software and other technology at trial
- Performing various administrative tasks as required (e.g., legal assistant back up as needed)
Required Skills:
- Smart, hardworking, willing to ask questions, attention to detail
- Teamwork, skill and interest in working collaboratively with others in a collegial manner, positive attitude
- Organizational skills
- Proficiency in Excel and Word
- Familiarity with sources of electronically stored information (e.g. social media, online job search platforms)
- Familiarity with database searches
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Interest in civil rights or employment law issues
- Ability to follow written instructions
Experience / Education, a plus but not required:
- Bachelor’s degree, or Associate’s degree in paralegal studies, or Paralegal certificate
- Paralegal experience in litigation, especially plaintiff-side
- Familiarity with civil rules, discovery processes, legal terminology
- Trial preparation and e-filing experience
- Familiarity with NextPoint or other e-discovery database
Open to hybrid work schedule, three quarter time or full-time schedule.
Employment requirements: Upon hire, you must provide proof of 1) Your eligibility to legally work in the US; and 2) Your COVID full vaccination status.
Salary: between $52,000 - $70,000 annual salary, depending on qualifications and experience (pro-rated for less than full-time schedule)
Please send your resume and cover letter (optional) to Carmen Carrillo at CarmenC@mhb.com – We are excited to meet you and work together on the fight for social justice and equality!
We are seeking a Legal Assistant for our Civil Rights practice!
Responsibilities include:
- Word Processing, service, filing of pretrial and trial pleadings, discovery requests and responses, deposition notices, subpoenas, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Docketing/Calendaring – Prepare docket sheets for all court and court-related deadlines, discovery deadlines, depositions, appearances, meetings, and all other dates and events. Enter dates on attorneys’ Outlook calendars along with applicable reminders and follow-up dates.
- Court Rules and Procedures – Knowledge of all applicable local, state, and federal court rules, procedures, filing fees, deadlines, page or word limits, filing pleadings in redacted form or under seal, filing judge’s copies, ensuring documents are treated confidentially, as required, etc. Research and review rules as necessary.
- Records Management – maintain and organize client files, including opening and closing matters, updating electronic and hard-copy files, indexing, ordering labels, etc.
- Trial Assistance – Label and compile trial exhibits, type witness and exhibit lists, compile trial notebooks and assist, arranging for the attendance of witnesses at trial, assist or coordinate trial set-up in court room, make deliveries to court if needed, and type pleadings as needed during trial.
- Case Document Management – Assist in production, receipt, handling, and entry into database management software documents produced in discovery or through the Public Records Act.
- Teamwork – Skill and interest in working collaboratively with others in a collegial manner.
- Performs various administrative tasks as required (e.g., reception back-up per rotation schedule when needed).
Experience/Education:
- Three to five years Legal Assistant experience; knowledge of legal terminology, legal forms and documents, legal practices and procedures, and legal docketing/calendaring, serving, and filing pleadings and discovery rules in State and Federal court; proficient typing and grammar skills; trial preparation and e-filing experience a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and fastidious attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office a plus.
Employment requirements: Upon hire, you must provide proof of 1) Your eligibility to legally work in the US; and 2) Your COVID full vaccination status.
Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 annually DOE
Please send your resume and cover letter (optional) to Carmen Carrillo at CarmenC@mhb.com – We are excited to meet you and work together on the fight for social justice and equality!
We are seeking a Legal Assistant for our Immigration practice!
Responsibilities include:
- Provides confidential administrative support to attorneys and paralegals including but not limited to composing or preparing documents and in/out correspondence
- Proofreading and drafting of legal documents
- Handles client electronic files from creation to archiving
- Maintains case load and data with a high degree of accuracy on multiple databases
- Assist paralegals with immigration petitions and applications for filing
- Communicate with attorneys and clients regarding case status
- Interacts with outside entities, such as government agencies to gather information or data
- Handles, records, and transmits a high volume of correspondence
- Assists with Potential New Clients (PNC) intakes
- Closes files per attorney requests and archiving policy in Firm software
- Performs various administrative tasks as required (reception back-up per rotation schedule)
Experience/Education:
- Minimum of two years legal assistant experience and/or office experience.
- Bilingual preferred: Russian, Spanish, other
Employment requirements: Upon hire, you must provide proof of 1) Your eligibility to legally work in the US; and 2) Your COVID full vaccination status.
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 annually DOE
Please send your resume and cover letter (optional) to Carmen Carrillo at CarmenC@mhb.com – We are excited to meet you and work together on the fight for social justice and equality!
MHB Benefits – Our employees are our most important asset!
- 12 holidays
- Pet friendly
- 4 weeks of PTO
- Longevity bonus
- Subsidized Orca card
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Full coverage for medical, dental, and vision premiums
- 401(K) retirement plan with company contribution after a year of employment
As a continued promise to our commitment of creating a diverse environment, MHB is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.