Bi-lingual Immigration Paralegal

The Law Offices of Mark John Devine, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Offices of Mark John Devine, LLC in Charleston, SC seeks a bilingual immigration paralegal fluent in English and Spanish to support attorneys handling family-based immigration, humanitarian relief, and removal defense.

You will prepare forms and supporting documents, gather evidence, manage case files, track deadlines, and communicate with clients in both languages while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish proficiency required, strong verbal and written communication.
• Prior immigration paralegal or immigration legal assistant experience preferred.
• Familiarity with immigration forms, supporting documentation, and agency or immigration court filing procedures preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and consistent follow-through.
• Professional, patient, and compassionate approach with clients from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients in English and Spanish to gather information, request documents, schedule appointments, and provide attorney-directed updates.
• Assist attorneys with family-based immigration matters, humanitarian relief, naturalization, and removal defense.
• Prepare immigration forms, applications, petitions, and supporting documents for attorney review.
• Assist with preparing immigration court filings, exhibit packets, and responses to agency requests.
• Gather and organize identity documents, civil records, immigration histories, and other supporting evidence.
• Assist clients with questionnaires and draft declarations under attorney supervision.
• Review documents for completeness and flag gaps for the attorney.
• Track filing deadlines, hearing dates, biometrics appointments, and document requests.
• Provide interpretation and translation as needed within proficiency; maintain case notes and files.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Organization

Detail orientation

Independent work

Education

Paralegal education or certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDF software

Electronic case-management systems

Job description

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Full Time Charleston, SC, US

Position Overview

We are seeking a bilingual immigration paralegalfluent in English and Spanish to support our attorneys in representing individuals and families navigating the immigration process. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and compassionate client communication. Immigration paralegals work closely with attorneys to prepare filings, gather supporting evidence, and keep cases moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

Communicate with clients in English and Spanish to collect information, request documents, schedule appointments, and provide attorney-directed case updates.

Assist attorneys with family-based immigration matters, humanitarian relief, naturalization, and removal defense.

Prepare immigration forms, applications, petitions, and supporting documents for attorney review.

Assist with preparing immigration court filings, exhibit packets, and responses to agency requests.

Gather and organize identity documents, civil records, immigration histories, and other supporting evidence.

Assist clients with completing questionnaires and preparing draft declarations under attorney supervision.

Review documents for completeness and consistency, flagging missing information or discrepancies for the attorney.

Track filing deadlines, hearing dates, interviews, biometrics appointments, and document requests.

Assist with English Spanish interpretation and document translation as needed and within demonstrated proficiency.

Maintain accurate case notes, correspondence, and electronic and physical files.

Follow up with clients and outside parties to obtain outstanding records and keep attorneys informed of case progress.

Protect client confidentiality and refer legal questions to the supervising attorney.

Qualifications

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required, including strong verbal and written communication skills in both languages.

Prior immigration paralegal or immigration legal assistant experience preferred.

Familiarity with immigration forms, supporting documentation, and agency or immigration court filing procedures preferred.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Excellent organizational skills and consistent follow-through.

A professional, patient, and compassionate approach to working with clients from diverse backgrounds.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PDF software, and electronic case-management systems.

Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with attorneys and support staff.

Paralegal education or certification is a plus. (not Required)