Immigration Paralegal

As an Immigration Legal Assistant / Paralegal, you will work closely with our attorneys to prepare, manage, and support a full spectrum of immigration matters across all areas of the firm, including family-based, humanitarian, employment- and business-based immigration, removal defense, and consular processing. We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in complex immigration cases, particularly VAWA, U Visa, and T Visa matters, as well as employment- and business-based visas, who shares our commitment to strategic, compassionate, and high-quality legal representation. The Paralegal will actively support cases, including, but not limited to: Family-Based Immigration: I-130 petitions, Adjustment of Status (I-485), consular processing, naturalization (N-400), waivers (I-601 / I-601A) Humanitarian Relief: VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, asylum, Medical Deferred Action, TPS, and related relief Employment & Business Immigration: H-1B, L-1, O-1, E-1/E-2, employment-based petitions, corporate immigration, and strategies for business persons and executives Removal Defense: EOIR proceedings, cancellation of removal, defensive adjustments, motions to reopen/reconsider, administrative appeals Additional Matter: FOIA requests, USCIS/NVC/consular correspondence, interview and hearing preparation Compensation $20 - $25 hourly Responsibilities Key Responsibilities | Responsabilidades Principales Prepare, review, and organize legal documentation for all immigration case types handled by the firm Assist attorneys with case strategy, form preparation, and filings Communicate with clients to collect information, explain processes, and provide case updates Maintain accurate and confidential digital and physical case files Ensure strict compliance with deadlines and filing requirementsSupport attorneys in the preparation of interviews, hearings, briefs, and evidence Conduct client intakes and initial interviews according to firm protocols Qualifications Qualifications & Requirements | Calificaciones y Requisitos Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field (Bachelor's preferred) Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program (highly preferred) Minimum of 2 years of immigration law experience across multiple case types Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and immigration case management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish-English bilingual proficiency highly preferred Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously Location: Laredo, Texas, or Remote. #J-18808-Ljbffr ImmigrationJobs