Supervising Immigration Paralegal (In-Person)

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Vacation time

Sick time

Paid Federal Holidays Off

Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Supervising Immigration Paralegal to support clients through all immigration stages. You will supervise a team, prepare and file forms with USCIS and EOIR, and communicate status updates to clients with professionalism.

Requirements include bilingual Spanish/English, expert immigration knowledge, strong multitasking, and 4+ years paralegal experience in immigration law. On-the-job training and competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish and English required.
• Expert knowledge with the Immigration Court and USCIS procedures.
• Immigration Paralegal Experience: 4+ years.
• Ability to supervise a team of paralegals and provide guidance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file USCIS applications and EOIR filings.
• Supervise a team of paralegals and conduct performance reviews.
• Manage paralegal caseloads and prioritize work.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish & English

Immigration knowledge

Team supervision

Client communication

Time management

Education

4+ years immigration paralegal experience

Tools

Docketwise

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Supervising Immbigration Paralegal

Are you looking to increase your personal and professional development in an educational and exciting environment? Have you joined the legal field to assist immigrants in need? Consider applying to Sanabria & Associates, PLLC!

Description

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is a prestigious and rapidly expanding law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida. A successful candidate will be able to assist during all phases of the immigration process and is willing to provide a high-quality level of client support. You will prepare and file several forms with different immigration agencies and work closely with the supervising attorneys. We offer on-the-job training and several other industry leading benefits.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing applications with USCIS, including but not limited to: family-based petitions (I-130), adjustment of status (1-485), provisional waivers (I-601A), naturalization (N-400), employment authorization documents (I-765), DACA/TPS (I-821D), Consular Processing (DS-260) and U Visas (I-918)
• Submitting motions, applications, and supplemental evidence filings with EOIR in advance of Individual/Merits Hearings
• Proactively communicating with clients to answer questions and provide status updates.
• Supervise a team of paralegals and provide guidance
• Conduct work performance reviews
• Review, delegate, and prioritize work for paralegal caseloads
• Use Case Management reporting tools to manage data and information and communicate report findings with senior management
• Interview potential candidates for paralegal and legal assistant positions
• Lead training for new hires and conduct periodic training sessions for staff as needed

Requirements

• Bilingual (Spanish and English REQUIRED)
• Expert knowledge with the Immigration Court and USCIS procedures
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize cases
• Works well under pressure
• Strong time-management skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Experience using Docketwise software is a bonus
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Immigration Paralegal Experience: 4+ years

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Paid Federal Holidays Off
• Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off
• Life Insurance

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year