Senior Paralegal, Litigation

Murray Osorio PLLC; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave (after one year)

Parking options

Job summary

Murray Osorio PLLC, a fast-growing immigration law firm, seeks a Senior Paralegal, Litigation to support nationwide immigration cases. The role focuses on pleadings, affidavits, and motions, with E-filing and calendar management, while coordinating with attorneys and clients.

The position starts hybrid for 90 days, with potential full-remote after, and requires residing within commuting distance of VA/MD/NJ offices or remote work for certain states. Reports to Director of Legal Operations.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking).
• High School Diploma or GED required; paralegal studies preferred.
• Experience in immigration law and federal litigation or appeals is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case-management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and filing pleadings before U.S. Courts and appeals.
• Complete affidavits with clients and witnesses.
• Prepare simple and complex motions and exhibit lists.
• Responsible for E-filing through ECAS or PACER/ECF.
• Maintain and update case-management databases and calendars.
• Coordinate with attorneys, staff, and clients; schedule hearings.
• Develop relationships with clients and third-party professionals.
• Support immigration litigation workflows and client communications.

Skills

Fluent Spanish

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Paralegal studies (ABA approved)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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, LA, WV, TX

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

Reports To: Director of Legal Operations

Department: Litigation

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, Litigation role is part of one of four legal teams at Murray Osorio. Murray Osorio’s litigation team plays a key role in supporting immigration-related matters such as habeas corpus petitions, petitions for writs of mandamus, emergency injunctive relief, and lawsuits seeking review of visa petition denials, in federal district courts across the United States, as well as appeals of removal cases to the Board of Immigration Appeals and the various U.S. Courts of Appeals across the country.

This candidate will be the first point of contact for clients in preparing their cases nationwide. You will be working with various immigration agencies and third-party professionals pertaining to the client’s needs. The position offers a rich environment where the ideal candidate can gain exposure to, and specialize in, handling complex cases before the Immigration Court.

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

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and filing of pleadings such as complaints, motions, Notices of Appeal, and appeal briefs before various U.S. District Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, or U.S. Courts of Appeal.
• Complete affidavits with clients and any witnesses.
• Assist in the preparation of simple and/or complex motions.
• Assist with the preparation of the exhibits list along with the exhibit packet for individual hearings.
• Responsible for E-filing through ECAS or PACER/ECF
• Interpret cases as needed.
• 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, with significant exposure to federal litigation or appeals
• Knowledge of Immigration Court Procedures
• 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)

At Murray Osorio PLLC, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including

• Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (available after one year of service).
• On-site and nearby parking options are available for employee convenience

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!