Senior Paralegal, Immigration Defense (Bilingual)

Murray Osorio PLLC; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Parking options

Job summary

Murray Osorio PLLC is seeking a Senior Paralegal, Defensive to support removal defense and related immigration matters. The role starts as a full-time hybrid position, with potential for full remote work after 90 days and occasional in-office days.

Travel within VA/MD/NJ may be required, and candidates must be fluent in Spanish. The Senior Paralegal will interface with clients, attorneys, and third-party professionals, preparing forms, affidavits, and motions while maintaining case databases and

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking).
• High School Diploma or GED required; ABA-approved paralegal studies degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in immigration law is required.
• Knowledge of Immigration Court Procedures and ability to handle high volume work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing forms of relief (I-589s, I-601, I-485, etc.) for immigration court.
• Collect evidence and conduct country conditions research to support cases.
• Complete affidavits with clients and witnesses; prepare exhibits and packets for hearings.
• Assist with simple and complex motions and ensure proper filing.
• Maintain case-management databases and manage hearing calendars.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Detail-oriented

Organized

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Paralegal studies degree (ABA approved)

Tools

Docketwise

Salesforce

Filevine

SharePoint

Zoom

Adobe Pro

Job description

Murray Osorio PLLC is seeking a Senior Paralegal, Defensive to support removal defense and related immigration matters. The role starts as a full-time hybrid position, with potential for full remote work after 90 days and occasional in-office days.

Travel within VA/MD/NJ may be required, and candidates must be fluent in Spanish. The Senior Paralegal will interface with clients, attorneys, and third-party professionals, preparing forms, affidavits, and motions while maintaining case databases and