ProBAR - Paralegal TX

$45,455 - $52,273/Yr

American Bar Association - Harlingen, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Harlingen, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Paralegal at ProBAR plays a crucial role in supporting attorneys and accredited representatives by preparing legal filings and documents, particularly for unaccompanied children pursuing immigration cases. This position is integral to ensuring that clients receive high-quality, compassionate legal services and representation. The role involves working closely with individuals in challenging circumstances, requiring a commitment to providing effective legal support and maintaining the confidentiality of client information.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and assistance to assigned legal staff.
• Prepares legal filings and documents such as immigration applications and correspondence as directed.
• Assesses the urgency of situations and determines appropriate actions, monitoring the status of pending items and providing updates to legal team members.
• Oversees client case files as directed by staff attorneys and Accredited Representatives.
• Monitors case activities and maintains the data integrity of case management systems.
• Accesses, processes, and ensures the confidentiality and control of client information.
• Assists with referral of clients to pro bono counsel as directed.
• Conducts and assists with coordination and tracking of other legal services as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Possession of an associate degree or higher in paralegal studies, criminal justice, political science, or related field, or two years' experience as a paralegal.
• Fluent in English and Spanish in written and spoken forms.
• Intermediate proficiency with online research and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, OneDrive, Teams).
• Familiarity with conducting virtual meetings and training on software such as Zoom and Teams.
• Ability to pick up on client verbal and non-verbal cues.
• Reliable internet and phone connection.
• Reliable transportation to travel between office and off-site work locations.

Nice-to-haves

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, criminal justice, political science, or related field, and 1 year work experience as a paralegal.
• Possession of a current certificate of completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program.
• Prior work experience with children, particularly from Central America and including Indigenous language-speaking populations.
• Prior volunteer, community, or work experience regarding immigration or detention.
• Prior non-profit experience, particularly involving immigration detention.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug insurance