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Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law PLLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Mental health support

Continuing education allowance

Home office allowance

Job summary

Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law PLLC in San Antonio, TX is seeking an experienced paralegal to support immigration matters. You will research policy updates, draft and proofread legal documents, and coordinate client communications with attorneys throughout case development.

The role requires 3+ years of paralegal experience in immigration law, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with case management and MS Office.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Immigration paralegal

Legal research

Document drafting

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Legal research software

Job description

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