Immigration Paralegal

About This Role

Working side by side with attorneys on investor visas, family-based petitions, and nonimmigrant visa applications is the core of this in-office paralegal role on an immigration team. The position suits a detail-driven individual who wants to build a career in immigration law, ensuring every petition is complete and on time.

Responsibilities

• Build immigration petitions and supporting evidence packages for attorney review
• Prepare, check, and mail paper petitions so every form, signature, and exhibit is in place
• Request and review documents from clients, and follow up until the file is complete
• Draft cover letters, client correspondence, affidavits, and government forms
• Track deadlines, receipt notices, and case status in our case management system
• Give clients clear, plain-language updates on where their case stands
• Support the immigration team with scheduling and day-to-day case administration

Requirements

• 1+ year of paralegal or legal support experience
• Associate's degree or paralegal certificate
• A sharp eye for detail; one missing signature can get a filing rejected
• Clear, professional writing and phone manner
• Able to work on-site in Fort Lauderdale, Monday through Friday

Nice to have:

• 1+ year of immigration paralegal experience, especially investor visas or family-based petitions
• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with electronic case management software
• Bilingual

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick days

Important Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday

About the Company

Maimone Legal is a family-run, immigrant-owned law firm in Fort Lauderdale practicing immigration, business, and estate planning law. Its founders immigrated from Canada themselves, so they understand what their clients are going through. The firm goes beyond paperwork, providing clients with strategies built for their situation and direct access to the professionals handling their case.