We are looking for a full-time paralegal to join our Columbus, Ohio, office. With offices in Arlington, Texas, and Columbus, Ohio, we specialize in federal immigration law, including family visa petitions, naturalization, employment-based immigration, removal and deportation defense, and asylum and refugee applications.

Job Summary

The immigration paralegal position will include communicating with clients, courts, and federal agencies; assisting the office in preparing court and agency filings; case management and record keeping; and research.

A bachelor's degree and previous law office experience are preferred but not required. We are willing to train and mentor, but the applicant must have strong writing and analytical skills. Successful applicants must be exceptionally organized, punctual, and capable of working under pressure.

We are a small boutique law office that works collaboratively as a team. Applicants must enjoy building relationships with clients and must provide exceptional customer service. Strong preference will be given to applicants who are fluent in a second language, preferably Spanish. Preference will also be given to candidates who speak Somali and/or French. Salary will be competitive and based on experience.

How to Apply

We ask that all applicants email us a resume and a cover letter introducing themselves and explaining why they would like to work for our office. You may contact us via email or by calling (614) 885-7001.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working in a law office or in a legal field?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Immigration law: 1 year (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person