Bilingual EOIR Paralegal - Immigrant Court Support & Growth

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Vacation Time

Sick time

Paid Federal Holidays Off

Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off

Paid Parking

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC, a growing immigration law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida, seeks a bilingual EOIR Paralegal to support attorneys before EOIR and BIA. You will manage a high-volume caseload, coordinate filings, and ensure deadlines are met. Ideal candidates have English/Spanish fluency, 1–3 years in immigration law, experience with EOIR ECAS, and strong organization and communication skills. We offer health, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• 1–3 years of immigration law experience preferred.
• Experience with EOIR proceedings and EOIR ECAS preferred.
• Experience preparing removal defense filings and supporting documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with case management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume EOIR caseload from assignment through case completion.
• Prepare and file immigration court applications, motions, briefs, appeals, and supporting documentation.
• Assist attorneys with removal defense matters, including asylum, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, waivers, motions to reopen/reconsider, and BIA appeals.
• Draft legal correspondence, declarations, affidavits, procedural motions, and other case-related documents for attorney review.
• Review case files, court notices, scheduling orders, and other correspondence to ensure timely case progression.
• Coordinate case strategy preparation with attorneys and assist in preparing clients for upcoming hearings.
• Communicate with clients regarding case updates, document requests, hearing preparation, and filing requirements.
• Organize, review, and maintain supporting evidence and client records throughout the life of the case.
• File documents through EOIR ECAS and maintain accurate electronic case records.
• Monitor immigration court calendars, filing deadlines, and post-hearing case activity.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to ensure efficient case management and compliance with court procedures.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

EOIR ECAS

Case management software

Job description

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC, a growing immigration law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida, seeks a bilingual EOIR Paralegal to support attorneys before EOIR and BIA. You will manage a high-volume caseload, coordinate filings, and ensure deadlines are met. Ideal candidates have English/Spanish fluency, 1–3 years in immigration law, experience with EOIR ECAS, and strong organization and communication skills. We offer health, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid holidays.