Immigration Paralegal

About This Role

This immigration paralegal role supports attorneys handling litigation and asylum cases. The person in this role will manage case files, prepare legal documents, and conduct research related to asylum and removal defense, and should be detail-oriented and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of asylum (I-589) and all types of litigation cases with supporting documentation
• Draft and organize paroles, motions, filings country conditions, case law, and other relevant topics to support research for removal defense and asylum cases
• Manage case files, including gathering, organizing, and maintaining supporting evidence and documentation
• Prepare filings and ensure timely submission to the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and USCIS
• Coordinate with clients to obtain affidavits, declarations, and other necessary evidence to build strong cases
• Maintain up-to-date records of deadlines, hearing dates, and court filings
• Provide regular updates to clients on case status and respond to their inquiries

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in legal or immigration fields
• 2+ years of experience as an immigration paralegal, with a focus on litigation or asylum cases preferred
• Strong understanding of asylum law, removal defense, and EOIR procedures
• Excellent legal research, writing, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with EOIR’s e-filing system and USCIS procedures
• Fluent in English and Spanish

Benefits

• Paid time off