Immigration Paralegal

We are a boutique immigration practice looking to add a remote paralegal experienced in immigration law to our team. We offer an outstanding, team-oriented work environment, with opportunity for long-term growth. You will work on a range of immigration cases including removal/deportation defense, appeals, federal court litigation, family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, waivers, asylum, and naturalization. We are looking for someone who demonstrates strong initiative, ability to handle a high volume and diverse caseload, excellent writing and communication skills, superb attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients, performing intakes, collecting evidence and other documentation, and completing USCIS applications including applications for adjustment of status, cancellation of removal, asylum, waivers, and employment-based visas.
• Providing clients with case updates.
• Assisting our attorneys with file organization, case preparation including but not limited to, submissions to USCIS, U.S. Department of State, and Immigration Court.
• Corresponding with various government and law enforcement agencies.
• Drafting affidavits, personal statements, written pleadings, evidence submissions, and motions for attorney review.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher;
• 5+ years experience working as a paralegal in a law firm or not-for-profit handling immigration matters;
• Strong administrative, organizational, communication, and writing skills;
• Experience using Microsoft Office/Google Office suite;
• Able to take initiative and be comfortable asking questions when necessary to complete tasks correctly;
• Ability to read, write, and speak a second language a plus;
• Must be punctual, responsible, and reliable; and
• Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks.

JobType: Full-time

Salary: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Remote

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Immigration law: 5 years (Required)