REMOTE IMMIGRATION PARALEGAL

Green Evans-Schroeder, PLLC; Chandler (AZ); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing, nationally recognized law firm focused on immigration law as an Immigration Paralegal. In this remote role, you'll support attorneys by managing a diverse caseload, ensuring effective client communications, and preparing quality case submissions. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with strong organizational skills, ready to thrive in a dynamic legal environment. This innovative firm values professional development and ethical standards, offering an opportunity to grow while making a significant impact in the lives of clients. If you're passionate about immigration law and eager to contribute to a dedicated team, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal in immigration law.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage diverse cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial caseload from inception to resolution.
• Draft applications and pleadings for attorney review.

Skills

Proficiency in Spanish

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research

Case management software

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Research Skills

Job description

A fast-growing, nationally recognized law firm with a strong focus on immigration law is seeking a meticulous Immigration Paralegal (Remote) to support our legal team by enhancing attorney effectiveness through case management and quality case preparation.

Our paralegals engage in all aspects of case management, including effective client communications, initiative-taking case preparation, and detailed monitoring of court and government deadlines.

A successful paralegal will manage a diverse caseload of family, humanitarian, and employment-based immigration applications, as well as removal defense cases and removal-related appeals. The ideal candidate is an initiative-taking team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to learn and grow in a fast-paced and well-respected law firm.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Manage a substantial caseload from inception to resolution including but not limited to :

• maintaining effective and respectful client communications, as well as communications with court staff and other government agencies, throughout the life of the case;
• proactively collaborating with the attorney at the outset of each case to ensure effective and efficient case progress;
• drafting all required applications and pleadings for attorney review and feedback;
• identifying required evidence and obtaining it from the client;
• drafting detailed client declarations and sworn statements for attorney review and feedback;
• assembling applications and evidentiary packets for submission to the government, after seeking and responding to feedback from the responsible attorney;
• calendaring and monitoring all case-related deadlines, court dates, and government interviews and hearings;
• scheduling attorney / client meetings when necessary or requested by the attorney;
• preparing files for attorneys to attend interviews and court hearings;
• adhering to ethical rules regarding the appropriate role for a paralegal;
• effectively maintain organized electronic and paper files to safeguard client property;
• maintain consistent case notes and hourly timekeeping in the firms cloud-based case management system to ensure a record of important client interactions and case-related events;
• staying current on job knowledge by contributing to and engaging in law firm internal learning opportunities and outside educational opportunities;
• proactively seeking new and different assignments and opportunities to add value to the firm through professional development; and
• uphold the firms ethical standards, professional conduct, and standard of excellence in all aspects of law firm practice.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of three years of experience working as a paralegal in a fast-paced legal environment, with consistent exposure to immigration law, is required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Language : Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish is required.
• Computer Skills : Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Legal research, case management software, document maintenance, and preparation. Experience with immigration-related online form programs is a plus.
• Communication Skills : Good speaking, writing, and people skills are needed to speak with clients and outside parties, draft pleadings and declarations, and work cooperatively with attorneys and other team members.
• Research Skills : Paralegal will need to research aspects of immigration law and practice relevant to their cases to problem-solve and troubleshoot.
• Organizational Skills : Paralegals manage a high volume of diverse cases and must develop effective systems to ensure their professional and ethical obligations are met in each case.

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong work ethic and commitment to providing high-quality legal services to a diverse clientele.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and oversee sensitive information.
• Excellent people skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and government agencies.
• A commitment to prioritizing the teams success, showing respect for all members, and having the courage to make tough decisions and take responsibility for mistakes.

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