Immigration Paralegal

About This Role

Working as an Immigration Paralegal, you will manage a reasonable caseload of family-based immigration and deportation defense cases for USCIS and EOIR. This role suits a passionate and talented individual with strong knowledge of immigration law.

Responsibilities

• Work with the supervisor and supervising attorneys to oversee case management
• Communicate with clients to explain the immigration process and requirements
• Collect relevant information and documents in support of applications
• Fill out applications accurately and review for any errors
• Manage and meet client and task deadlines
• Process incoming and outgoing mail
• Provide detailed notes in the office case management system
• Translate documents as needed
• Provide assistance to the team as needed
• Contribute ideas to further grow and develop the firm
• Have reliable transportation for occasional travel to court or post office and important errands

Requirements

• Able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently
• 3-5 or more years of immigration experience, with at least 3 years required
• USCIS and EOIR case management, with strong knowledge of immigration law
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload with software tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent phone skills
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter with a strong sense of business
• Interpersonal skills and customer service skills
• Ability to type at least 45 wpm
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, MS Word, Excel, MS Outlook, internet proficient
• Ability to occasionally lift large case files of an excess weight of 25 Lbs.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable transportation
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• 10 observed holidays
• 6 days of sick pay
• Accruing and progressive PTO plan
• Health insurance

Important Details

• Schedule: 8-hour day shift, with weekend availability

Application Process