Removal Paralegal - Stateside

Alonso & Alonso; San Antonio (TX); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Mental health support

Continuing education allowance

Home office allowance

Zusammenfassung

Alonso & Alonso invites an experienced immigration paralegal to join our dynamic startup team in San Antonio, TX. You will research policy updates, draft essential legal documents, prepare discovery responses, and organize materials for attorney review and hearings.

You will coordinate client meetings, conduct targeted legal research, and manage filings with accuracy and confidentiality. Proficiency with case management software and MS Office is expected.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in immigration law.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interviewing skills.
• Close attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal and case management software.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

Aufgaben

• Research and analyze updates in immigration policies and regulations.
• Draft and proofread legal documents including cover letters, immigration forms, and client declarations.
• Prepare discovery responses, review objections, and collect documents from clients.
• Organize and prepare case materials for attorney review and hearings.
• Schedule and coordinate client meetings, both in person and by phone.
• Conduct document and factual research to support case development.
• File court documents and track case deadlines.
• Communicate with USCIS and deportation officers to follow up on case statuses.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the internal case management system.

Kenntnisse

Paralegal experience

Analytical skills

Interviewing skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Collaboration with attorneys

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Legal/case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Research and analyze updates in immigration policies and regulations.
• Draft and proofread legal documents, including cover letters, immigration forms, and client declarations.
• Prepare discovery responses, review objections, and collect documents from clients.
• Organize and prepare case materials for attorney review and hearings.
• Schedule and coordinate client meetings, both in person and by phone.
• Conduct document and factual research to support case development.
• File court documents and track case deadlines.
• Communicate with USCIS and deportation officers to follow up on case statuses and pending requests.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the internal case management system.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in immigration law.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interviewing skills.
• Close attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal and case management software.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

Key Performance Indicators

• Legal Document Accuracy: Maintain ≥98% accuracy in drafted and submitted legal documents.
• On-Time Filing Rate: Ensure 100% of court and USCIS filings meet deadlines.
• Case Prep Completion: Complete case material prep within 48 hours of receiving all client documents.
• Client Communication Response Time: Respond to all client messages within 24 business hours.
• Meeting Coordination Efficiency: Schedule and confirm 100% of required client meetings weekly.
• Follow-Up Timeliness: Complete USCIS and officer follow-ups within 72 hours of the scheduled date.
• Case Management System Compliance: Maintain 100% up-to-date and complete digital case files.
• Research Turnaround Time: Provide requested legal or factual research within 1–2 business days.
  

Work Environment

• Collaborative, mission-driven culture with a fast-paced startup dynamic.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: depending on experience

• Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Mental health support
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Home office allowance