Full-Time Immigration Paralegal

$31,200 - $31,200/Yr

Immigration Services Company in Plantation, FL - Plantation, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Plantation, FL

About the position

We are seeking a full-time Immigration Paralegal to join our team at an Immigration Services Company in Plantation, FL. The role involves providing support in various immigration cases, including employment-based and family-based green cards. This position is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable experience in immigration law and is available for an immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process a range of immigration cases, including EB-2, EB-1, RFE, Extension of Stay, Asylum, Change of Status, Marriage, and Family-Based Green Cards.
• Prepare and file legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with immigration laws and regulations.
• Conduct legal research and gather necessary information to support immigration cases.
• Maintain and organize client files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates and answering questions regarding their case status.
• Translate documents and interpret conversations for Portuguese-speaking clients; Spanish interpretation is a plus.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a paralegal, specifically in immigration law.
• Strong understanding of various immigration processes and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Fluency in Portuguese is highly desirable; Spanish language skills are an asset.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work full-time, 35-40 hours per week.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in payroll processing.
• Spanish language skills.

Benefits

• Compensation starting at $15 per hour, adjustable based on experience.
• W2 employment opportunity with payroll running every two weeks.
• Minimum guarantee of 35 hours per week with additional hours available upon request.
• 80 hours of paid leave per year, proportionally received for 2024, which can be taken at any time.