Paralegal for Immigration Law Firm

Firm Mission Statement

Our mission is to change as many lives as possible by offering immigration solutions even in the most difficult cases. We look at all possible options to keep our clients in the United States with their families where they belong. We stand ready to fight even when success seems unsure because we understand how much better life can be with the dignity and peace of mind that comes with having documents.

Position Purpose

The Virtual Paralegal will work directly with the legal support staff and attorneys on tasks including, but not limited to, research, drafting, fact-finding projects, and assisting clients. Previous experience in family-based or humanitarian immigration preferred. Our caseload is constantly growing, so they will have excellent organizational skills, have experience drafting cover letters and other documents, and have a passion to help as many undocumented immigrants legalize as possible.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm EST (40 weekly hours)
Payrate: 8.50USD/hr

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

1. Perform legal, factual research and analyze case documents
2. Review all FBI background check requests
3. Review state police clearance records and FOIA records
4. Coordinate with document collectors to communicate with clients, to obtain the documents necessary to present their case.
5. Draft cover letters, RFE responses, and other documents
6. Oversee case flow for assigned cases and ensure everyone's work is completed promptly
7. Provide strategic insight and additional thoughts on case process

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Background in legal assistance or immigration law is a plus
2. Experience as an attorney or as a paralegal strongly preferred
3. Experience working with US immigration a huge plus!
4. Experience in using legal database software
5. Excellent verbal/written communication and organization skills
6. Document Management

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bilingual (Spanish English) C1
2. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
3. Associate’s degree or similar experience