Junior Immigration Paralegal

About This Role

This in-office role provides essential support to attorneys and senior staff in preparing and filing a wide range of U.S. immigration cases, including family-based immigration, asylum, and naturalization. It suits a candidate with strong organizational skills and attention to detail who can manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and senior paralegals with the preparation and filing of immigration applications, petitions, and supporting documentation including Form I-765, Form I-131, and other USCIS, U.S. Department of State, and EOIR-related filings
• Collect, organize, review, and maintain client documentation and supporting evidence
• Assist the Attorney to assemble and prepare case files and filing packages for submission to the appropriate government agencies
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients regarding case documentation, deadlines, and administrative matters
• Assist with case management and administrative tasks, including copying, scanning, tabbing, filing, and maintaining organized case records
• Monitor case deadlines and assist in ensuring timely preparation and submission of filings
• Maintain compliance with applicable U.S. immigration procedures, filing requirements, and firm policies
• Provide general administrative and case support to attorneys and senior staff as needed

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with standard office and document-management software
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and other team members

Nice to have:

• Additional language skills

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Important Details

• Schedule: No more than 40 hours per week
• Contract: permanent

Other Conditions

• Law students and LLMs should not apply; their applications will not be reviewed