Bilingual EOIR Paralegal: Immigration Court Support

s legal; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; 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 is looking for a Bilingual EOIR Paralegal to support attorneys handling immigration matters in MD/DC/VA/FL. The role involves managing a high-volume EOIR caseload and filing with EOIR ECAS.

You will prepare applications, motions, and related documents, coordinate with clients, and ensure deadlines are met. A 1–3 year immigration law background and bilingual English/Spanish are required.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
• 1–3 years of immigration law experience preferred.
• Experience with EOIR proceedings and EOIR ECAS strongly 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

Strong organizational skills

Clear communication

Tools

EOIR ECAS

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is looking for a Bilingual EOIR Paralegal to support attorneys handling immigration matters in MD/DC/VA/FL. The role involves managing a high-volume EOIR caseload and filing with EOIR ECAS.

You will prepare applications, motions, and related documents, coordinate with clients, and ensure deadlines are met. A 1–3 year immigration law background and bilingual English/Spanish are required.