Paralegal Immigration Legal Services

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) savings plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston is seeking a Paralegal for Immigration Legal Services. This role involves managing a caseload of clients, providing legal guidance under attorney supervision, and performing legal research.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have experience working with immigrant populations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with a commitment to cultural competence and sensitivity.

We offer competitive benefits, including a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working with immigrant or refugee populations.
• Ability to establish professional relationships with clients and community.
• Sensitivity in working with survivors of trauma required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 35-50 clients under attorney supervision.
• Provide legal guidance to clients.
• File required paperwork with USCIS and/or State Department.

Skills

Client management

Legal research

Communication skills

Cultural competence

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

LawLogix/Edge

Job description

Paralegal Immigration Legal Services

Location: South Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 35-50 clients under supervision of attorney.
• Provide legal guidance to clients with attorney supervision.
• Meet with clients to conduct intake, prepare applications or petitions, and collect evidence or supporting documentation.
• File required paperwork with USCIS and/or State Department once an attorney has reviewed and approved the application.
• Conduct legal research as relevant or requested by attorneys.
• Provide support to attorney(s) on complex cases.
• Adhere to internal case management policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast of changes in immigration law, executive orders, policy directives, and related issues affecting clients.
• Perform administrative tasks, maintain complete and accurate client records, keep detailed case notes, and utilize program management software (LawLogix/Edge).
• Track and prepare case statistics, client stories, and other program-related data as requested by supervisor.
• Participate in community outreach and education activities including immigration group processing workshops.
• Work is performed in an office setting with prolonged periods of sitting and frequent use of computers and other standard office equipment.
• Local travel as needed to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Other related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with 3‑5 years relevant experience required.
• Education or professional work experience earned outside of the U.S. may be considered.
• Minimum 1‑2 years of experience of working with immigrant or refugee populations.
• Consular processing experience.
• Sensitivity in working with survivors of abuse, trauma, violence or war is required.
• Experience with providing trauma‑informed care and services is preferred.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and responsiveness, commitment to racial justice and equity, and ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multilingual workplace with a diverse client population.
• Strong writing, proofreading and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent administrative, data collection, keyboarding and computer skills with keen attention to detail.
• High proficiency with use of technology including MS Office, e‑learning and webinars, database systems and virtual meeting tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional relationship with co‑workers, clients and community.
• Access to reliable vehicle or public transportation for work travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English, Haitian Creole, Spanish or Vietnamese.

Benefits

Our benefits are competitive and include a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off (benefits may vary based on position and scheduled hours).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation

The base pay range reflects what Catholic Charities reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation in this range may be determined based on other factors, including but not limited to work experience, education and specialty training.