Immigration Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Why Apply to New Frontier Immigration Law.

Join the New Frontier Immigration Law team and help change the lives of 1 million undocumented immigrants in the USA. Our mid-sized law firm in Phoenix, AZ is committed to humanitarian-based immigration and finding innovative solutions for seemingly impossible problems.  

Are you ready to join one of the fastest-growing law firms in the US, where incredible opportunities await? Here, we don’t just offer a job: we provide an environment that challenges you to become the best version of yourself. 

• Learn more about New Frontier Immigration  here.   
• Learn more about our CEO/Founder Hillary here. 
• Learn more about our Core Values here.

Role Objective

This is not a traditional paralegal role. As a Bilingual Immigration Paralegal at New Frontier, you will be a critical driver of our mission to help immigrant families LIVE FREE. You will handle complex removal defense and family-based immigration cases, partner closely with attorneys, and deliver an extraordinary client experience rooted in clarity, compassion, and excellence.

Your work directly impacts family unity, personal safety, and long-term security for the clients we serve. Every application you prepare, every declaration you draft, every court filing you complete moves an immigrant one step closer to freedom.

You'll be a good candidate if you excel in fast-paced legal environments, bring deep expertise in immigration law, and thrive when your work has purpose. You are energized by both complex casework and client-facing communication, and you believe in advocating for immigrants with excellence, innovation, and heart.

Responsibilities/Duties

Casework & Legal Support

• Manage a substantial caseload of family-based and removal defense matters
• Prepare and file immigration applications including I-589, I-42B, and bond requests
• Support attorneys in removal proceedings and USCIS matters
• Draft detailed declarations, particularly for asylum cases
• Gather, analyze, and organize evidence for court filings
• Assist attorneys in preparing clients for interviews and hearings
• Track and meet all critical deadlines
• Respond to USCIS Requests for Evidence with precision and clarity

Client Experience

• Provide exceptional client service, ensuring clients feel informed and supported
• Explain immigration processes and case strategies clearly and confidently

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Mentor and guide Legal Assistants on best practices
• Maintain accurate and thorough case documentation using Filevine
• Coordinate with EOIR, ICE, and USCIS to support case progression

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of high-volume immigration law experience
• Expertise with I-589, I-42B, bond applications, and family-based petitions
• Experience preparing clients and documentation for Individual Calendar Hearings
• Strong understanding of asylum processes and complex removal defense
• Demonstrated success managing complex case types
• Fluent bilingual English–Spanish required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Experience supervising or mentoring support staff
• Exceptional communication and client-service skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with legal case management systems (Filevine preferred)
• Ability to work on-site in both our Phoenix and Glendale locations

Location

Glendale, AZ 

Compensation

$28–$32 per hour, depending on experience, plus:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• 5 weeks PTO
• Paid professional development
• A career where your work creates real, lasting impact on immigrant families