Paralegal Research and Writing

Essential Responsibilities and Duties USCIS Case Management Analyze and process USCIS correspondence, including Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and application rejections Assess client application files to identify deficiencies and determine supplementary evidence required by USCIS Track deadlines and ensure timely, accurate submissions of all case materials Legal Research & Writing Conduct legal and factual investigations to support immigration cases Draft preliminary versions of cover letters, motions (e.g., motions to reconsider or reopen), and appeal briefs Assist in the preparation of responses to complex USCIS inquiries Stay up to date on immigration law developments and integrate changes into case strategies Collaboration & Case Development Work closely with attorneys and legal staff to gather and organize supporting evidence Refine legal documents and submissions in collaboration with supervising attorneys and team leaders Maintain organized case files and coordinate with the team to ensure consistency and quality control Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification is mandatory. Bilingualism in English and Spanish is a must. Minimum of 1 year of experience responding to USCIS-issued RFEs and NOIDs Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills Background in family-based or humanitarian immigration Proactive, solution-oriented, and detail-focused approach Key Performance Indicators USCIS Case Management 95% of responses to RFEs and NOIDs submitted before or by the USCIS deadline Case File Accuracy Rate 98% of case files free from errors or missing documents USCIS Rejection Rate Less than 5% of applications returned/rejected due to clerical or procedural errors First Draft Acceptance Rate 85% of first drafts (cover letters, motions, briefs) require minimal revisions Team Task Completion Rate 100% of assigned collaborative tasks (e.g., gathering evidence) completed by the internal deadline Work Environment Hybrid Role based where we have offices. San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Houston, McAllen, and/or Phoenix, Arizona. Combination of in-person meetings and remote work. Occasional travel is required for stakeholder engagement, community events, and conferences. Collaborative, mission-driven culture with a fast-paced startup dynamic. Salary and Benefits Salary: depending on experience 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Mental health support Continuing education allowance Physical Demands The team member is regularly required to stand, walk, and use their hands to perform tasks. Some lifting of files (up to 10 pounds) may be necessary. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Alonso & Alonso attorneys at law is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr