Bilingual Immigration Paralegal

Job description:

Dynamic law firm of Nwokocha & Operana is seeking to hire passionate immigration paralegal interested in joining our legal team. We are a fast-paced immigration firm who assists clients from all over the world meet their immigration needs. Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply to pvargas@paschal-law.com.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the immigration field
• Full fluency in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, writing, and listening)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a close-knit team provides a challenging opportunity and an enjoyable workplace
• Ability to work within a team environment and work well under pressure, especially with deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a positive attitude
• Experience working with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds
• Prior customer service experience
• Requires occasional lifting up to and exceeding 20 pounds

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize web-based immigration case management systems and databases
• Review and assess client-provided documents and information to identify issues and proactively alert attorneys for strategic case planning
• Draft and manage immigration, family, and criminal petitions, ensuring compliance with internal timelines, checklists, and procedural standards
• Ensure all written and verbal communications with clients reflect a service-centered approach to legal representation
• Maintain electronic and physical client files
• Conduct research on immigration laws, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate and communicate with clients to collect required case documentation
• Provide clients with timely updates on case progress
• Maintain a friendly, professional, and positive demeanor in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Perform legal administrative duties, including calendar management, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, arranging appointments, as well as answering, screening, and routing incoming phone calls, and manage receipt of client payments
• Requires occasional lifting up to and exceeding 20 pounds

Additional Information:

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave
• Health and dental insurance, and 401(k) plan available for eligible employees
• Retirement plan
• Bi-annual office retreat abroad

This Company Describes Its Culture As:

• Detail-oriented — quality- and precision-focused
• Outcome-oriented — results-driven with a strong performance culture
• People-oriented — supportive, respectful, and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented — cooperative, collaborative, and committed to a positive work environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $47,000