Rapid-Response Immigration Paralegal

NYLAG; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Commuter benefits

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Job summary

NYLAG seeks a highly motivated, full-time paralegal to support our Rapid Response Legal Collaborative (RRLC). This project provides advice and both pro se and represented assistance to New York residents detained by ICE or at risk of detention and removal.

Under attorney supervision, the RRLC paralegal will contact individuals eligible for assistance; field referrals from partners; make appointments; support preparation of evidence and testimony for legal assistance; track and collect data; and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Fluency in Spanish is required.
• 1-2 years of immigration experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, manage multiple tasks and creatively problem solve.
• Experience with immigrant communities of color, including LGBTQIA+, youth, and survivors of violence.
• Excellent written, oral and analytical skills.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Commitment to social justice and anti-racism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-screening of clients for basic eligibility requirements, track contacts, and collect documents.
• Screen clients for eligibility for immigration relief and relay advice from attorneys.
• Assist clients to obtain documents, fill out forms, and follow up via phone, mail and email.
• Support legal research and draft legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Interview clients and witnesses and assist in preparing forms, affidavits and other documents for USCIS or the Immigration Court.
• Manage data entry in internal and external systems and assist with generating reports.
• Assist attorneys and case handlers with document translation and interpretation.
• Assist with evidence preparation.
• Provide referrals for financial counseling and wraparound services; refer to partner organizations.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Immigration experience

Collaborative teamwork

Trauma-informed interaction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

NYLAG seeks a highly motivated, full-time paralegal to support our Rapid Response Legal Collaborative (RRLC). This project provides advice and both pro se and represented assistance to New York residents detained by ICE or at risk of detention and removal.

Under attorney supervision, the RRLC paralegal will contact individuals eligible for assistance; field referrals from partners; make appointments; support preparation of evidence and testimony for legal assistance; track and collect data; and