Senior Affirmative Paralegal

Murray Osorio PLLC; Haddonfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray Osorio PLLC seeks a Senior Paralegal, Affirmative, to provide comprehensive support in its immigration practice, including preparing and filing affirmative applications, drafting affidavits, and managing case deadlines. The role requires fluency in Spanish and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities include conducting evidence collection, drafting motions, maintaining case-management records, scheduling hearings, and coordinating with attorneys and clients.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of immigration law experience.
• Familiarity with Immigration Court Procedures before USCIS.
• Ability to manage high workload independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and filing affirmative immigration applications for clients.
• Collect supporting evidence and conduct country conditions research.
• Complete affidavits with clients and witnesses.
• Assist in preparing simple and/or complex motions.
• Prepare evidence and drafting cover letters.
• Interpret cases for client interview preparation as needed.
• Maintain and update the case-management database.
• Schedule hearings, manage calendars, and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with the Legal Assistant Team for filings.
• Develop strong relationships with attorneys, staff, and clients.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish

Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Fast-paced environment

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ABA-approved paralegal studies degree

Tools

Adobe Pro

Docketwise

Salesforce

Filevine

SharePoint

Zoom

Job description

Location / Remote work: Fairfax or Charlottesville, VA, Silver Spring, MD, Newark or Haddonfield, NJ, IL, NY.

Position Type: Full-time, hybrid for first 90 days; potential full-remote afterward with occasional in-office days (a few per year)

Reports To: Director of Legal Operations
Department:Affirmative
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

About us

Murray Osorio PLLC is a fast-growing immigration law firm dedicated to making a positive impact on people's lives. Our firm represents clients and companies in courts, offices, and consular posts worldwide. We specialize in removal defense, humanitarian applications, family-based immigration, criminal immigration, employment-based immigration, naturalization, and appellate and federal litigation.

At Murray Osorio PLLC, we pride ourselves on collaboration, professionalism, and a strong commitment to our mission of providing exceptional legal services while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and energetic workplace.

Position Overview

The Senior Paralegal, Affirmative is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys within the firm's immigration practice. Key duties include preparing and filing affirmative immigration applications, conducting research, drafting affidavits and motions, assembling hearing exhibits, interpreting during case preparation, and maintaining accurate case-management records. This position requires regular client communication, scheduling, and coordination to ensure timely completion of filings and court deadlines.

Qualified candidates will be fluent in Spanish, highly organized, customer-service oriented, and capable of managing a substantial workload both independently and collaboratively. Familiarity with immigration court procedures and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required, with additional software experience preferred. The firm offers competitive compensation, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

This is a full-time hybrid position for the initial 90 days of employment . After a successful 90-day period, the possibility of a full remote position will be presented, withoccasional mandated in-office days (typically a few per year) required. Employees must reside within a commutable distance of their assigned office - VA, MD, or NJ (typically within 75 miles) and be available for in-person client meetings or office events as scheduled. Remote work is also available for candidates based in IL or NY.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and filing of affirmative immigration applications for clients seeking legal status in the US.
• Collect supporting evidence and conduct country conditions research to support the client's case.
• Complete affidavits with clients and any witnesses.
• Assist in the preparation of simple and/or complex motions.
• Assist with the preparation of evidence, including cover letters.
• Interpret cases as needed, such as the client's interview preparation.
• Maintain and update the case-management database.
• Schedule appointments for hearings, manage the calendar, and set deadlines.
• Work with the Legal Assistant Team to ensure filing arrives at the proper location.
• Develop effective working relationships and communicate with attorneys, staff, and clients.

Required Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking)
• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in immigration law
• Knowledge of Immigration Court Procedures before USCIS
• Able to handle a high volume of work independently and in teams
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Enthusiasm to learn and take on new challenges
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Adobe Pro, Docketwise, Salesforce, Filevine, SharePoint, and Zoom
• Bachelor's/associate degree with paralegal studies (ABA approved)

Why Join Us?

This role provides the opportunity to grow your administrative and legal career in a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic environment. You'll gain exposure to a variety of immigration law cases while contributing to the efficiency and success of our operations team. If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, we would love to have you on our team!